Background: Moebius syndrome is a rare disorder with minimum clinical criteria of congenital facial weakness in association with impairment in abduction of one or both eyes. Mirror movements are not known to be associated with Moebius syndrome.
Case Report: We present three patients who meet minimum criteria for a diagnosis of Moebius syndrome and who also display mirror movements.
Discussion: This case series suggests that Moebius syndrome may be associated with mirror movements. Further investigation to delineate the genetic etiologies of Moebius syndrome is ongoing. Patients with Moebius syndrome and mirror movements may represent a specific subclass of this disorder.
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Article Synopsis
- Moebius syndrome (MoS) is a rare condition that affects facial movement and causes problems with closing the eyelids, making it hard for people to fully blink.
- A study was done with 15 people at a conference to learn about their experiences living with this condition, and they discussed how it affects their daily lives and how society sees them.
- The researchers noted that many participants felt a mix of challenges, like social stigma, and had different opinions on surgery, but many also showed a strong sense of self-acceptance about their situation.
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