Facial nerve palsy

Treatment:

In most cases, observation to see if the paralysis will disappear is the only treatment. Permanent paralysis requires special therapy.

Expectations (prognosis):

Full spontaneous recovery is the typical outcome.

Complications:

Permanent paralysis of facial muscles on the affected side occasionally occurs.

Calling your health care provider:

This condition is generally diagnosed while the infant is in the hospital. Mild cases involving just the lower lip may escape observation and later be noticed by a parent, grandparent, or other visitor. If your infant crying infant's mouth looks unbalanced, you may want to call your health care provider.