AI Article Synopsis
- Trigeminal trophic syndrome (TTS) is a rare condition caused by damage to the trigeminal nerve, leading to facial ulceration, loss of sensation, and abnormal skin sensations, especially near the nostrils.
- The lesions associated with TTS arise from continuous self-harm and trauma to the affected skin area.
- This report showcases three individual cases of TTS, emphasizing changes around the eyes and different causes such as strokes and herpes zoster infection.
Article Abstract
Trigeminal trophic syndrome (TTS) is an uncommon condition resulting from trigeminal nerve damage, characterized by persistent facial ulceration, loss of sensation, and paresthesia within the trigeminal dermatome, with ala nasi involvement being a key feature. Lesions develop from repeated self-inflicted manipulation and trauma of the dysesthetic skin. This report details three cases of TTS, highlighting periocular changes, with etiologies varying from cerebrovascular accidents to herpes zoster ophthalmicus.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11454758 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.7759/cureus.68738 | DOI Listing |
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