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SUBMITTER: Chu Z
PROVIDER: S-EPMC4828388 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Apr
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
Annals of dermatology 20160331 2
Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome (MRS) is an uncommon granulomatous disease characterized by the triad of relapsing facial paralysis, orofacial swelling, and fissured tongue. Genital swelling in MRS is rarely reported. We presented the first case of complete MRS with genital swelling in a child. Biopsy examinations of both the child's lower lip and penis showed noncaseating granuloma and intralymphatic granuloma infiltration. No symptoms or signs of other systemic disease (Crohn's disease or sarcoi ...[more]