Seventh Cranial Nerve Palsy Due to Birth Trauma
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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.
Data on 41 doctors who treat seventh cranial nerve palsy due to birth trauma
Which specialist treats seventh cranial nerve palsy due to birth trauma?
Seventh cranial nerve palsy due to birth trauma should be evaluated by a pediatrician, who monitors the baby's progress and coordinates care with other specialists if needed.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in seventh cranial nerve palsy due to birth trauma
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Daniel Aguirre Fernández
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Dr. Elideth Paniagua Anduiza
Dr. Iván Barrera Martínez
Dr. Christian Jonathan Villarreal Vidal
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Quiñones Pesqueira
Dr. Nadia Soler Quiñones
Dr. Leslie Ramirez Angoa
Dr. Ximena Cortés Núñez
Dr. Paulina Arellano Álvarez
Dr. Pedro Gutiérrez Navarro
Frequently asked questions
What is 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.
Which doctor treats seventh cranial nerve palsy due to birth trauma?
Seventh cranial nerve palsy due to birth trauma should be evaluated by a pediatrician, who monitors the baby's progress and coordinates care with other specialists if needed.