Question
I sprained my ankle and am worried it might lead to facial paralysis. My condition is severe, and I need to know how to treat it?
Answer
Spraining an ankle will not cause facial paralysis. The principle of facial neuritis involves stabilizing regional blood circulation, increasing blood supply to the facial nerve, alleviating nerve pressure, and promoting functional recovery. 1. It is recommended to use a course of corticosteroids as soon as possible during the acute phase, such as dexamethasone or prednisolone tablets. If it is triggered by herpes zoster infection, antiviral drugs such as acyclovir can be used. 2. Vitamin B complex drugs can promote the repair of neural sheaths, such as vitamin B1 and vitamin B12, which can be taken orally or by intramuscular injection to promote recovery.