Tolosa-Hunt Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
What is Tolosa-Hunt?
A
Rare, idiopathic orbital inflammation affecting the cavernous sinus and the superior orbital fissure
2
Q
What are the common symptoms of Tolosa-Hunt?
A
Acute, painful exophthalmoplegia
Diplopia
3
Q
Why is diplopia a common complaint in Tolosa-Hunt?
A
Inflammation of the cavernous sinus can affect CNs 3, 4, and 6, causing palsies
4
Q
A patient with Tolosa-Hunt might complain of parasethesia of areas corresponding to what nerves?
A
V1 and V2 (also in the cavernous sinus)
