Horner's syndrome
About Horner's syndrome
A rare syndrome that involves injury to the sympathetic nerves that control the face. It is caused by another disorder such as an injury, cancer or a stroke. Sometimes no cause for the symptoms is found. Usually only one side of the face is affected. Patients with this syndrome experience eyelid drooping, a smaller pupil and decreased sweating on the affected side of the face.Symptoms
Usually only one side of the face is affected. The symptoms include eyelid drooping, a smaller pupil, and decreased or no sweating on the affected side of the face.Tests & Diagnostics
A history and physical exam will be done. Blood tests and imaging tests are performed to determine the cause of the syndrome.Common tests: Complete blood count (CBC), CT angiogram of the neck, CT Scan, MR angiogram, MRI.
Conventional treatment summary
The cause of the syndrome will be treated.Medical specialties
Internal Medicine · Neurology · Pediatrics · Family Practice · Pediatric Neurology
This page is educational content, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified clinician for diagnosis and treatment of Horner's syndrome.