Open AccessHarlequin syndrome: An asymmetric face
Author(s) -
Korbi Mouna,
Boumaiza Sirine,
Achour Asma,
Belhadjali Hichem,
Zili Jameleddine
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
clinical case reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.21
H-Index - 9
ISSN - 2050-0904
DOI - 10.1002/ccr3.5833
Subject(s) - anhidrosis , medicine , hyperhidrosis , dermatology
Harlequin syndrome corresponds to unilateral dysfunction of the sympathetic system, characterized by flush and unilateral hyperhidrosis associated with hypo or anhidrosis and paleness of the opposite side. It is, usually, idiopathic. Rarely, it may be associated with compressive organic processes, iatrogenic causes, and general diseases. It is a real therapeutic challenge.