Harlequin syndrome in two athletes

Harlequin Syndrome

Harlequin Syndrome in Cluster Headache.

A 63-year-old male experienced 3 years of excruciating, right retro-orbital, 15–90 minute headaches occurring 1 to 3 times daily associated with ipsilateral lacrimation, ptosis, and facial congestion. The episodes began after a complicated right root canal procedure. He also reported separate episodes of distinct left sided facial flushing triggered by exertion as evidenced by a photo that he p...

Harlequin syndrome: two new cases and a management proposal.

The Harlequin syndrome is a rare autonomic disorder, characterized by unilateral diminished sweating and flushing of the face in response to heat or exercise. We present two new cases and evaluate the data of 83 patients described in the literature. We provide diagnostic and therapeutic guidelines.

Harlequin ichthyosis in two siblings.

Harlequin ichthyosis is a rare and extremely severe form of congenital ichthyosis. The affected neonates usually do not survive beyond first few days after birth, but several long-term survivals have been noted. The inheritance is thought to be autosomal recessive. It has recently been shown that the vast majority of affected individuals are homozygous for mutations in the ABCA12 gene, which ca...

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 i...