Patient's question:
Consult a pediatric surgeon. The baby just turned one month old, and it was noticed that the two cheeks are asymmetrical. Also, the baby has always disliked sleeping on the right side. Just now, after checking some information and buying a pillow, the store clerk reminded me. I noticed that there is a string-like object from the left ear to the lower neck when touching it, but nothing was felt on the right side. Is this congenital muscular torticollis? However, when feeding, the baby can still suck breast milk on the left side.Doctor's answer:
I will help you solve your problem. After reading your description, the possibility of your baby having torticollis is very high. You can go to the hospital for an ultrasound to confirm the diagnosis. Pediatric torticollis is caused by fibrous scar contracture of one sternocleidomastoid muscle, leading to elongation and deviation of the neck to one side. It is also accompanied by interference in facial growth and development, which is lower than the other side. In severe cases, it can lead to cervical scoliosis. The above is my suggestion for this problem. I hope it helps you. Wish you good health!