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Monday, August 30, 2021

A Case of Melkersson-Rosenthal Syndrome Treated With 5-FU

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Ear Nose Throat J. 2021 Aug 27:1455613211038391. doi: 10.1177/01455613211038391. Online ahead of print.

ABSTRACT

The rarity of Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome, or orofacial granulomatosis, can present with persistent midface bogginess. The management for previous reported cases has included corticosteroid injections, antihistamines, and antibiotics. In the current reported case, the patient was treated with 5-fluorouracil and has been responding positively. Additionally, the p atient has not shown signs of steroid atrophy.

PMID:34448401 | DOI:10.1177/01455613211038391

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