Seventh Cranial Nerve Palsy
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Seventh cranial nerve palsy, or facial palsy, is the loss or weakness of movement of the muscles on one half of the face due to a disruption of the facial nerve. It can appear suddenly.
Common symptoms: difficulty closing one eye, asymmetry when smiling, drooping of the corner of the mouth and, sometimes, changes in taste or sensitivity to sound on the affected side.
When should you see a doctor? A prompt evaluation is advisable when the facial weakness arises abruptly, to rule out causes that require specific care.
Who treats it? In childhood, pediatrics usually coordinates the initial evaluation and refers as needed. If one side of the face suddenly droops, the most advisable course is to seek professional care to clarify its origin.
Data on 32 doctors who treat seventh cranial nerve palsy
Which specialist treats seventh cranial nerve palsy?
Pediatric seventh cranial nerve palsy should be evaluated by a Pediatrician, who identifies the cause and follows up on the case. See this specialist if your child has facial asymmetry or difficulty closing one eye. You can book an appointment for a timely evaluation.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in seventh cranial nerve palsy
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Daniel Aguirre Fernández
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Frequently asked questions
What is seventh cranial nerve palsy?
Seventh cranial nerve palsy, or facial palsy, is the loss or weakness of movement of the muscles on one half of the face due to a disruption of the facial nerve. It can appear suddenly.
Which doctor treats seventh cranial nerve palsy?
Pediatric seventh cranial nerve palsy should be evaluated by a Pediatrician, who identifies the cause and follows up on the case. See this specialist if your child has facial asymmetry or difficulty closing one eye. You can book an appointment for a timely evaluation.