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Raeder's Syndrome


Overview of Raeder's Syndrome

overview

Paratrigeminal syndrome of Raeder consists of facial pain and numbness. It occurs on one side of the face, usually centered around the cheek and eye. There is dysfunction of the sympathetic nervous system.

Causes of Raeder's Syndrome

causes

Raeder's syndrome is associated with tumors, granulomatous lesions or injury in the region of the ganglion of the trigeminal nerve.

Signs and Symptoms of Raeder's Syndrome

signs and symptoms

Raeder's syndrome consists or episodes of pain in the first and second divisions of the trigeminal nerve. These nerves supply the forehead, orbit, cheek and upper jaw. There may be numbness in similar areas as well as weakness of the muscles that are used for chewing. There may be drooping of the eyelid on the side of the pain. The pupil may be smaller on the side of the affected eye.



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Medical Content Last Updated on 07/12/2008

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