Seventh Cranial Nerve Palsy Due to Birth Trauma

Seventh cranial nerve palsy from birth trauma is a weakness of the newborn's facial muscles caused by pressure on the facial nerve during delivery. It is often temporary and improves on its own.

Common symptoms: facial asymmetry when crying, difficulty fully closing one eye, and drooping of the corner of the mouth on one side.

When to seek care? It is advisable to have a professional evaluate any facial asymmetry noticed in the first days of life.

Which specialist treats it? The neonatologist evaluates the newborn and the pediatrician follows up on how it develops. If you notice that the baby's face moves unevenly, discussing it with these professionals allows them to monitor the recovery.