Harlequin syndrome in childhood: case report

Harlequin syndrome happens in only one side of the face. In the affected half, the face does not sweat or flush even with simulation. Arms and trunk could also be affected. This condition is induced by heat, exercise and emotional factors. The article reports a case of a nine-year-old female with a 3-year history of unilateral flushing and sweating after exercise; a brief literature review is included. Despite the rarity of this syndrome, dermatologists should recognize this condition and refer these patients to ophthalmological and neurological examination.

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Main Authors: Breunig,Juliano de Avelar, Hartmann,Mariana, Freire,Cristiano Firpo, Almeida Jr,Hiram Larangeira de
Format: Digital revista
Language:English
Published: Sociedade Brasileira de Dermatologia 2012
Online Access:http://old.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0365-05962012000600015
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