Pierre Robin Syndrome (also called Pierre Robin complex or sequence) can be noticeable from birth if doctors and other health care workers know what they are looking for. An infant born with the syndrome will possess very distinct facial structure. Those with Pierre Robin Syndrome will have a smaller than average lower jaw. The size of the jaw makes it easy for the infant's tongue to fall back into his or her throat. The child will probably also have a cleft soft palate. The exact cause is unknown, but it's thought to be part of other genetic syndromes.
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Spot Symptoms of Pierre Robin Syndrome
1. If you or your doctor suspect this syndrome, monitoring the growth of your child's lower jaw the first few months of birth is the first step.
2. Symptoms you should be aware of and looking for are: their soft palate is cleft, the palate is highly arched, a receding chin with a very small jaw, the jaw appears to be in the throat area, tongue seems abnormally large, baby was born with teeth (natal teeth), constant ear infections, and a small opening in the roof of the mouth.
3. If you or your doctor notice these symptoms a simple exam will usually give the diagnosis. But they will usually follow up with a genetic specialist to rule out any other problems that could be associated with the syndrome.
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