Deliveries can be a dangerous process. That is why most woman choose to give birth to their child in the safety of a hospital with medical doctors on hand to protect the life and health of the unborn child and the mother. However in some instances actions of practicing obstetricians who have been given the duty to protect the health of the unborn result in serious birth injuries. One of the most common birth injuries caused by the medical malpractice of a practicing physician during delivery is facial paralysis also referred to as bell’s palsy. Common signs and symptoms associated with facial nerve damage at birth include uncontrolled drooling, incomplete closure of the eye, facial asymmetry, and lack of motion in the face.
Victims Legal Rights: Newborn victims of facial nerve damage at birth are entitled to compensation for their injuries. If you child has suffered facial paralysis caused by birth trauma contact our Law Firm for a free no cost evaluation of your claim. (855)385-2529
Other serious birth injuries which are commonly associated with facial paralysis: In many instance newborn children are afflicted with multiple birth injuries. Some common birth injuries linked to facial nerve damage include
- Cerebral Palsy
- Erb’s Palsy
- Brain damage
- Brachial Plexus injuries including shoulder dystocia
- Blood clots
- Bruising and lacerations of the face
- Large size of the child
- Diabetes and other serious medical complications of the mother
- Long length of labor
- Negligent use of the ventouse method
- Improper use of epidural injections during labor