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| name = Möbius syndrome | |||
| image = [[File:Infant_with_Möbius_syndrome.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Infant with Möbius syndrome | |||
| field = [[Neurology]], [[Genetics]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Facial paralysis]], [[strabismus]], [[limb abnormalities]] | |||
| complications = [[Feeding difficulties]], [[speech disorders]], [[hearing loss]] | |||
| onset = [[Congenital]] | |||
| duration = [[Lifelong]] | |||
| causes = [[Genetic mutation]], [[environmental factors]] | |||
| risks = [[Family history]], [[maternal drug use]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[genetic testing]] | |||
| differential = [[Bell's palsy]], [[congenital facial diplegia]] | |||
| treatment = [[Supportive care]], [[surgery]], [[physical therapy]] | |||
| prognosis = [[Varies]] | |||
| frequency = 1 in 50,000 to 1 in 500,000 | |||
}} | |||
[[File:Haebig, Ana Maria -FILSA 2015 10 28 fRF04 (cropped).JPG|Ana Maria Haebig|thumb|left]] | |||
[[File:MRI of head of Möbius syndrome patient.jpg|MRI of head of Möbius syndrome patient|thumb|left]] | |||
'''Moebius syndrome''' is a rare [[neurological disorder]] that primarily affects the muscles that control facial expression and eye movement. The signs and symptoms of this condition are present from birth. | '''Moebius syndrome''' is a rare [[neurological disorder]] that primarily affects the muscles that control facial expression and eye movement. The signs and symptoms of this condition are present from birth. | ||
== Signs and Symptoms == | == Signs and Symptoms == | ||
Individuals with Moebius syndrome are born with facial weakness, often with an inability to close their eyes or form facial expressions. They may also have difficulty swallowing and speaking due to involvement of the cranial nerves. Eye movement can also be affected, leading to a characteristic lack of side-to-side eye movement. | Individuals with Moebius syndrome are born with facial weakness, often with an inability to close their eyes or form facial expressions. They may also have difficulty swallowing and speaking due to involvement of the cranial nerves. Eye movement can also be affected, leading to a characteristic lack of side-to-side eye movement. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Moebius syndrome is caused by the absence or underdevelopment of the 6th and 7th cranial nerves, which control eye movements and facial expression, respectively. The exact cause of this abnormality is unknown, but it is believed to occur during the early stages of pregnancy. Some researchers believe that it may be due to a lack of blood flow or other injury to the fetus during development. | Moebius syndrome is caused by the absence or underdevelopment of the 6th and 7th cranial nerves, which control eye movements and facial expression, respectively. The exact cause of this abnormality is unknown, but it is believed to occur during the early stages of pregnancy. Some researchers believe that it may be due to a lack of blood flow or other injury to the fetus during development. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of Moebius syndrome is based on a clinical examination, with particular focus on the presence of congenital facial weakness and impaired eye movements. Other tests, such as [[Magnetic Resonance Imaging|MRI]], may be used to rule out other conditions. | Diagnosis of Moebius syndrome is based on a clinical examination, with particular focus on the presence of congenital facial weakness and impaired eye movements. Other tests, such as [[Magnetic Resonance Imaging|MRI]], may be used to rule out other conditions. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
There is no cure for Moebius syndrome, but treatments are available to manage its symptoms. Physical and speech therapy can improve motor skills and speech, and surgery may be used to correct crossed eyes or improve facial appearance. | There is no cure for Moebius syndrome, but treatments are available to manage its symptoms. Physical and speech therapy can improve motor skills and speech, and surgery may be used to correct crossed eyes or improve facial appearance. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for individuals with Moebius syndrome varies. While the condition itself does not affect life expectancy, it can impact quality of life due to its physical manifestations. With appropriate treatment and support, many individuals with Moebius syndrome lead fulfilling lives. | The prognosis for individuals with Moebius syndrome varies. While the condition itself does not affect life expectancy, it can impact quality of life due to its physical manifestations. With appropriate treatment and support, many individuals with Moebius syndrome lead fulfilling lives. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Cranial Nerves]] | * [[Cranial Nerves]] | ||
* [[Neurological Disorders]] | * [[Neurological Disorders]] | ||
* [[Congenital Disorders]] | * [[Congenital Disorders]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
* [[National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke]] | * [[National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke]] | ||
* [[National Organization for Rare Disorders]] | * [[National Organization for Rare Disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Neurological disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Congenital disorders]] | [[Category:Congenital disorders]] | ||
{{Medicine-stub}} | {{Medicine-stub}} | ||
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| Möbius syndrome | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Facial paralysis, strabismus, limb abnormalities |
| Complications | Feeding difficulties, speech disorders, hearing loss |
| Onset | Congenital |
| Duration | Lifelong |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic mutation, environmental factors |
| Risks | Family history, maternal drug use |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, genetic testing |
| Differential diagnosis | Bell's palsy, congenital facial diplegia |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Supportive care, surgery, physical therapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies |
| Frequency | 1 in 50,000 to 1 in 500,000 |
| Deaths | N/A |
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Moebius syndrome is a rare neurological disorder that primarily affects the muscles that control facial expression and eye movement. The signs and symptoms of this condition are present from birth.
Signs and Symptoms[edit]
Individuals with Moebius syndrome are born with facial weakness, often with an inability to close their eyes or form facial expressions. They may also have difficulty swallowing and speaking due to involvement of the cranial nerves. Eye movement can also be affected, leading to a characteristic lack of side-to-side eye movement.
Causes[edit]
Moebius syndrome is caused by the absence or underdevelopment of the 6th and 7th cranial nerves, which control eye movements and facial expression, respectively. The exact cause of this abnormality is unknown, but it is believed to occur during the early stages of pregnancy. Some researchers believe that it may be due to a lack of blood flow or other injury to the fetus during development.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of Moebius syndrome is based on a clinical examination, with particular focus on the presence of congenital facial weakness and impaired eye movements. Other tests, such as MRI, may be used to rule out other conditions.
Treatment[edit]
There is no cure for Moebius syndrome, but treatments are available to manage its symptoms. Physical and speech therapy can improve motor skills and speech, and surgery may be used to correct crossed eyes or improve facial appearance.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for individuals with Moebius syndrome varies. While the condition itself does not affect life expectancy, it can impact quality of life due to its physical manifestations. With appropriate treatment and support, many individuals with Moebius syndrome lead fulfilling lives.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
