Does facial neuritis cause vomiting?

Written by Yuan Jun Li
Neurology
Updated on January 08, 2025
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Patients with facial neuritis generally do not experience vomiting. The main symptoms in patients are paralysis of the facial expression muscles around the eyes and mouth, which may present with the disappearance or lightening of the wrinkles on the affected side of the forehead, enlarged eye slits, incomplete eyelid closure, and exposure of the white sclera when attempting to close the eyes. Additionally, flattening of the nasolabial fold may occur, as well as reduced or lost taste sensation in the anterior two-thirds of the tongue. Patients may have symptoms such as a crooked mouth when whistling, air escape when puffing cheeks, and food retention on the affected side during meals, which increases the risk of oral infections and conjunctivitis. If vomiting occurs, other causes should be actively considered, such as the possibility of high blood pressure or electrolyte imbalance like hyponatremia. Dietary indiscretion could also be a cause, necessitating a comprehensive analysis.

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Can facial neuritis eat fish?

Patients with facial neuritis who are not allergic to seafood can eat fish. Fish contains a large amount of high-quality protein, which can supplement the essential proteins needed by the human body and improve the patient's physique. Patients can also eat other lean meats and poultry eggs, and consume plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits. If a patient develops facial neuritis, they should avoid spicy and stimulating food, such as hot peppers. Active treatment should also be pursued, including the early use of corticosteroids such as dexamethasone and prednisone, as well as drugs that nourish the nerves, commonly including B vitamins, vitamin B12, vitamin B1, and derivatives of B vitamins such as adenosylcobalamin and methylcobalamin. One week after the onset, acupuncture and physiotherapy can be considered, and many patients can be clinically cured. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a physician.)

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Can facial neuritis patients eat beef?

Most patients with facial neuritis have a relatively good prognosis, as long as timely drug treatment is provided, along with some acupuncture rehabilitation and therapy training. Many patients will completely recover from their symptoms within one to two months, and most will not suffer from any long-term sequelae. There are no special dietary requirements for patients with facial neuritis, and they can eat beef. Beef contains rich, high-quality proteins that can boost the body's immune system and help prevent complications caused by facial neuritis, so it is permissible to eat beef. In addition, patients with facial neuritis should also consume more cereals because cereals are rich in B vitamins, which are beneficial for recovery. It is also advocated that patients eat plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits. Moreover, patients should avoid smoking, drinking alcohol, and consuming spicy and irritating foods, such as chili peppers.

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What should be paid attention to for facial neuritis?

Patients with facial neuritis usually have an acute onset, with facial nerve paralysis peaking within hours or days. It mainly manifests as paralysis of the facial expression muscles, disappearance of forehead lines, inability to frown, and incomplete closure of the eyelids. Therefore, patients with facial neuritis should pay attention to eye protection since the eyelids cannot close fully. Long-term exposure and drying of the cornea make it susceptible to infection. Therefore, it is necessary to wear an eye patch for protection or use some medicinal solutions to prevent infection and protect the cornea. Additionally, since there is a viral infection, patients should also avoid being chilled. In terms of diet, it is advisable to eat light food and avoid greasy, overly rich, or excessively spicy foods.

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How to determine if facial neuritis is cured?

Patients with facial neuritis, if the paralysis of the facial expression muscles returns to normal, are generally considered cured. After the onset of the disease, patients must receive early and timely treatment. Corticosteroids such as dexamethasone, prednisone, and methylprednisolone can be used, along with B vitamins to nourish the nerves. Commonly used are vitamin B1, vitamin B12, adenosylcobalamin, and methylcobalamin, among others. One week after the onset, acupuncture treatment can be considered, as well as massage, physical therapy, and heat therapy. Most patients begin to recover two weeks after treatment, and basically return to normal within two months, with a minority possibly experiencing certain sequelae, such as facial muscle spasms or remaining facial muscle paralysis. (The use of medications should be under the guidance of a physician.)

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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.