Hereditary autonomic neuropathy of the oral cavity and its management: A case report
Iranian Journal of Child Neurology,
Vol. 16 No. 1 (2022),
1 January 2022
,
Page 135-142
https://doi.org/10.22037/ijcn.v15i4.32016
Abstract
Abstract
Hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathies (HSAN) are rare genetic disorders that often manifest during childhood in the form of absence of pain sensation or self-mutilation. Patients often present significant oral self-mutilation manifestations, and biting of the lips, tongue, and cheeks have been frequently reported. This case report describes a case of hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathy with oral and cutaneous ulcers.
Our patient was a 14-month-old girl with the chief complaint of a tongue ulcer, as stated by her parents, who were referred to our private dental clinic. Clinical examination revealed severe ulcers due to biting (Riga-Fede disease) on the ventral surface of the tongue and superficial ulcers on the dorsal surface of the tongue caused by the anterior maxillary teeth, along with some sores on fingers. The parents were healthy, with no congenital disease or familial history of a similar condition. The electrodiagnostic test revealed the absence of sensory nerve action potential response. However, the electromyographic findings and the compound muscle action
potential of the tibial and ulnar nerves were normal. Oral ulcers such as trauma to the lips and tongue, and self-mutilation trauma to the fingers can be used for early detection of Hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathies. A multidisciplinary approach involving a professional dental team and a regular treatment protocol are imperative to prevent complications of Hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathies.
- Hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathy; Oral ulcer; Self-mutilation
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