Trigeminal trophic lesion
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Trigeminal trophic lesions (also known as "Trigeminal trophic syndrome") are a cutaneous condition caused by the interruption of peripheral or central sensory pathways of the trigeminal nerve that result in a slowly enlarging, uninflammed ulcer on the cheek beside the ala nasi.

Sixty cases were reported from 1982 to 2002.

See also

  • Trigeminal neuralgia
    Trigeminal neuralgia
    Trigeminal neuralgia , tic douloureux is a neuropathic disorder characterized by episodes of intense pain in the face, originating from the trigeminal nerve. It has been described as among the most painful conditions known...

     (Tic douloureux)
  • Skin lesion
  • List of cutaneous conditions
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