Trigeminal trophic syndrome

Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .

Trigeminal trophic syndrome. Persistent ulceration, Anaesthesia, Paraesthesias. Fully referenced neurology checklist.

Clinical features

  • Persistent ulceration
  • Anaesthesia
  • Paraesthesias

Causes

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Differential diagnosis

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Treatment

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References

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  5. Curtis AR, Oaklander AL, Johnson A, Yosipovitch G. Trigeminal trophic syndrome from stroke: an under-recognised central neuropathic itch syndrome. Am J Clin Dermatol 2012; 13:125-128.
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