What should not be eaten with facial neuritis?

Written by Zhang Hui
Neurology
Updated on March 07, 2025
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Bell's palsy primarily refers to the idiopathic paralysis of the facial nerve. This condition is quite common and can occur in individuals of any age. Essentially, it is a non-specific immune inflammatory response. Patients should be cautious about their diet, avoiding spicy and stimulating foods, as these can exacerbate facial nerve swelling, which is detrimental to recovery. Additionally, alcohol consumption should be avoided as it can significantly damage the nerves. There are no special dietary restrictions otherwise; it is recommended to consume more fresh vegetables and fruits, such as greens, apples, and oranges. Consuming foods rich in B vitamins, like buckwheat, sorghum, and corn, is also advised.

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Symptoms of Post-Facial Nerve Neuritis

Facial nerve inflammation is caused by a viral infection due to a decrease in the body's resistance, leading to inflammation characterized by damage to the facial nerve. Its symptoms mainly include the lightening of the forehead wrinkles on the same side, incomplete closure of the eye, and drooping facial muscles due to lack of nerve support, resulting in facial nerve drooping which can cause symptoms such as skewed mouth corners, spilling while drinking, and drooling. Sequela depends on the symptoms of the disease, the timeliness of treatment, and the timeliness of recovery, but the ratio of symptomatic to asymptomatic cases is typically 50% and 50%. Young people, those with milder symptoms, those treated promptly, those treated appropriately, and those who recover well are less likely to suffer sequelae, and vice versa.

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How to Treat Facial Neuritis

Bell's palsy, once diagnosed, needs to be treated as early as possible, with better outcomes the earlier treatment is started. If the patient does not have any significant contraindications, corticosteroids should be used in the early stages. Common treatments include oral prednisone, typically for about ten days, or dexamethasone intravenous infusion, typically for about five to seven days. Alongside anti-inflammatory corticosteroids, nerve nourishment can be addressed with muscle injections of vitamin B1 and vitamin B12, and patients with better economic conditions can also use mouse nerve growth factor for muscle injection nerve nourishment. Additionally, if the patient has significant pain behind the ear, indicating a possible viral infection, concurrent treatment with acyclovir antiviral therapy should be administered. Later, if recovery is poor, rehabilitative treatment can be provided, including electro-acupuncture physical therapy, infrared magnetic heating, etc., all of which can promote the recovery of Bell's palsy. The overall treatment course approximately takes about 20 days, with total recovery time ranging from 20 days to two months. (Note: Medication should be used under the guidance of a physician, based on the actual conditions.)

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The difference between facial neuritis and facial nerve paralysis

The difference between facial neuritis and facial nerve paralysis is that facial neuritis refers specifically to peripheral facial paralysis, while facial nerve paralysis is a broader concept. It includes peripheral facial palsy caused by facial neuritis, as well as central facial palsy caused by cerebrovascular diseases. Therefore, the two have different clinical concepts and symptoms. Facial neuritis can involve paralysis of the entire facial muscles, including the disappearance of forehead lines and the shallowing of the nasolabial fold below the eye slit, as well as deviation of the mouth corner. Facial nerve paralysis, in addition to the symptoms caused by facial neuritis, may also include central facial palsy caused by cerebrovascular diseases. Central facial palsy does not affect the facial muscles above the eye slit, but only causes paralysis of the facial muscles below the eye slit, including shallowing of the nasolabial fold and deviation of the mouth corner. Therefore, facial nerve paralysis is a more extensive concept.

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Can people with facial neuritis drink alcohol?

If facial neuritis occurs, one should not drink alcohol, as alcohol itself has a significant damaging effect on nerves. Patients who drink alcohol long-term can experience damage to peripheral nerves, such as numbness and weakness in the limbs. Since facial neuritis is essentially a form of peripheral neuritis, alcohol can damage the facial nerve, hence patients with facial neuritis should not drink alcohol. Patients with facial neuritis need timely treatment, which mainly includes the use of corticosteroids to suppress immune inflammatory responses and reduce facial nerve edema, significantly shortening the course of the disease; in addition, some vitamin B drugs can be used for treatment; physical therapy, rehabilitation training, acupuncture, etc., also play a role in the recovery from facial neuritis. In summary, patients with facial neuritis absolutely should not drink alcohol, as it damages the facial nerve.

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Does facial neuritis cause facial pain?

Facial neuritis is mainly caused by idiopathic facial nerve paralysis, which primarily manifests as paralysis of the facial muscles. Symptoms include deviation of the mouth, eyelid closure, lack of strength in opening the eyes, and shallowing of the nasolabial fold. Some patients' conditions are related to viral infections, which may cause facial pain. However, the pain is generally not very severe, and anti-viral medications can be used for treatment, which are somewhat effective. Additionally, active treatment of facial neuritis mainly involves the use of corticosteroids and is supported by the administration of B-group vitamins. Most patients, with timely and active treatment, have a relatively very good prognosis, with many experiencing no residual effects. (Please take medications under the guidance of a professional physician, do not self-medicate.)