Patient's question:
The child was born with a mouth that couldn't be pulled down on one side when crying or smiling, while the other side was normal. It looked asymmetrical when they cried or smiled! There's no problem when they open their mouth, but when they open it wide, this side is a bit tight. I don't know what's going on? The doctor said it might be facial nerve palsy. Now the baby is two months old, and the corner of the mouth can be slightly used with a bit of effort, but it still can't be pulled down. Congenital facial nerve palsy—how can the treatment be improved?Doctor's answer:
In the case of this congenital facial nerve disorder, I recommend that you first get checked to confirm which specific area is inflamed. Then, you can treat it using acupuncture or neurotrophic drugs. This is the advice for the question "What's the situation when a child's mouth can't be pulled down on one side while crying or smiling?" I hope it helps you, and wish you good health!