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Harlequin syndrome

Harlequin syndrome: Introduction

Harlequin syndrome: A rare condition characterized by flushing and sweating that occurs only on one side of the face and may occur for no apparent reason or in response to such things as heat and exercise. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Harlequin syndrome is available below.

Symptoms of Harlequin syndrome

• Flushing on one side of face
• Sweating on one side of face
• Mildly drooping eyelid on affected side
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Causes of Harlequin syndrome

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Disease Topics Related To Harlequin syndrome

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Evidence Based Medicine Research for Harlequin syndrome

Medical research articles related to Harlequin syndrome include:

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Harlequin syndrome: Broader Related Topics

• Genetic conditions
• Congenital conditions - physical defects
• Congenital conditions
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Types of Harlequin syndrome

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Definitions of Harlequin syndrome:

Harlequin syndrome is listed as a "rare disease" by the Office of Rare Diseases (ORD) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This means that Harlequin syndrome, or a subtype of Harlequin syndrome, affects less than 200,000 people in the US population.
Source - National Institutes of Health (NIH)

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