Parry-Romberg syndrome (sometimes called just Romberg syndrome) is a rare, incurable craniofacial disorder which is characterized by the slow atrophy of the subcutaneous (under the skin) muscle usually on half of the face (hemifacial atrophy). It has a higher prevalence in females and normally appears between the ages of 5 and 15. The condition also causes neurological symptoms, including seizures and severe facial pain.[1]
It is classified as a rare disease in the United States.
Parry-Romberg syndrome (sometimes called just Romberg syndrome) is a rare, incurable craniofacial disorder which is characterized by the slow atrophy of the subcutaneous (under the skin) muscle usually on half of the face (hemifacial atrophy). It has a higher prevalence in females and normally appears between the ages of 5 and 15. The condition also causes neurological symptoms, including seizures and severe facial pain.[1]
It is classified as a rare disease in the United States.
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