Temporary Paralysis of the muscles on one side of the face due to swelling of the facial nerve as it exits from the skull. Sometimes accompanied by ear pain on the affected side. If the eye cannot be closed, a patch should he worn. Condition usually clears up of its own accord within 2 weeks. Conventional treatment is by steroids. Homeopathy offers two home remedies, but if symptoms persist see your homeopath.
Specific remedies
- If onset follows exposure to cold, dry winds Aconite 30c to be taken hourly for up to 6 doses
- If condition persists despite Aconite, Causticum 30c to be taken 4 times daily for up to 5 days.
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