A 45-year-old member asked:
why is cleft lip more prominent in males than females?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Ronald Achong answered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 18 years experience
Unknown: The exact cause or reason is unknown.
5490 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. James Sidman answered
Pediatric ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 40 years experience
Small difference: There is only a slightly higher rate in males and we have no idea why.
4564 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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