What is Möbius syndrome?

What is Möbius syndrome?

• Möbius syndrome: Möbius syndrome is a very rare condition characterized by underdevelopment of the facial nerves (particularly sixth and seventh cranial nerves) which causes facial paralysis.

Ophanet, a consortium of European partners, currently defines a condition rare when it affects 1 person per 2,000. They list Möbius syndrome as a "rare disease".
Source - Orphanet

Möbius syndrome: Introduction

How serious is Möbius syndrome?

Prognosis of Möbius syndrome: The prognosis is usually good with most people adapting to the condition using various therapies. They can lead normal fulfilling lives.
Complications of Möbius syndrome: see complications of Möbius syndrome

What are the symptoms of Möbius syndrome?

Symptoms of Möbius syndrome: see symptoms of Möbius syndrome

Complications of Möbius syndrome: see complications of Möbius syndrome

Onset of Möbius syndrome: facial paralysis present at birth

How is it treated?

Treatments for Möbius syndrome: see treatments for Möbius syndrome

Name of Möbius syndrome

Main name of condition: Möbius syndrome

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