What are the effects of congenital cleft lip and palate?
Disease description:
Today, I heard from a friend that many children nowadays may have cleft lip and palate, which made me a bit worried that my child might also develop this condition. I'm not sure what impacts it might have, so I'd like to ask: what are the effects of congenital cleft lip and palate?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Liwen
Congenital cleft lip and palate generally manifest as an abnormal fissure in the patient's palate, affecting its structure. Patients often experience impaired physiological functions such as sucking, swallowing, and speech. If a baby cannot suck properly, normal feeding becomes difficult. Additionally, there are psychological impacts; due to facial appearance and speech issues, patients may suffer from lowered self-esteem and other psychological problems.
