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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Hutchinson's facies | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| specialty = [[Dermatology]], [[Ophthalmology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Facial rash]], [[Skin lesions]] | |||
| complications = [[Vision impairment]], [[Skin infection]] | |||
| onset = Typically in [[childhood]] | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Congenital syphilis]] | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[Serological tests]] | |||
| differential = [[Rosacea]], [[Lupus erythematosus]] | |||
| prevention = [[Prenatal screening]], [[Antibiotic treatment]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antibiotics]], [[Topical corticosteroids]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on early detection and treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Hutchinson's facies''' is a specific facial appearance that is associated with congenital syphilis. This appearance is characterized by a broad nasal bridge, short upturned nose, protruding jaw, and a high arched palate. The term "Hutchinson's facies" is named after Sir Jonathan Hutchinson, an English surgeon and pathologist who first described the condition. | '''Hutchinson's facies''' is a specific facial appearance that is associated with congenital syphilis. This appearance is characterized by a broad nasal bridge, short upturned nose, protruding jaw, and a high arched palate. The term "Hutchinson's facies" is named after Sir Jonathan Hutchinson, an English surgeon and pathologist who first described the condition. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of Hutchinson's facies are primarily physical and are related to the facial features. These include: | The symptoms of Hutchinson's facies are primarily physical and are related to the facial features. These include: | ||
* A broad nasal bridge | * A broad nasal bridge | ||
* Short, upturned nose | * Short, upturned nose | ||
* Protruding jaw | * Protruding jaw | ||
* High arched palate | * High arched palate | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Hutchinson's facies is caused by [[congenital syphilis]], a disease that is passed from a pregnant woman to her fetus. Congenital syphilis can cause severe health problems and even death in a newborn. | Hutchinson's facies is caused by [[congenital syphilis]], a disease that is passed from a pregnant woman to her fetus. Congenital syphilis can cause severe health problems and even death in a newborn. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of Hutchinson's facies is typically made based on the physical appearance of the individual. In some cases, additional tests may be needed to confirm the diagnosis of congenital syphilis. | The diagnosis of Hutchinson's facies is typically made based on the physical appearance of the individual. In some cases, additional tests may be needed to confirm the diagnosis of congenital syphilis. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment for Hutchinson's facies involves treating the underlying cause, which is congenital syphilis. This typically involves antibiotics to treat the syphilis infection. | The treatment for Hutchinson's facies involves treating the underlying cause, which is congenital syphilis. This typically involves antibiotics to treat the syphilis infection. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Congenital syphilis]] | * [[Congenital syphilis]] | ||
* [[Jonathan Hutchinson]] | * [[Jonathan Hutchinson]] | ||
* [[Facies (medical)|Facies]] | * [[Facies (medical)|Facies]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Medical terminology]] | [[Category:Medical terminology]] | ||
[[Category:Syphilis]] | [[Category:Syphilis]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 01:01, 4 April 2025
| Hutchinson's facies | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Dermatology, Ophthalmology |
| Symptoms | Facial rash, Skin lesions |
| Complications | Vision impairment, Skin infection |
| Onset | Typically in childhood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Congenital syphilis |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, Serological tests |
| Differential diagnosis | Rosacea, Lupus erythematosus |
| Prevention | Prenatal screening, Antibiotic treatment |
| Treatment | Antibiotics, Topical corticosteroids |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on early detection and treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Hutchinson's facies is a specific facial appearance that is associated with congenital syphilis. This appearance is characterized by a broad nasal bridge, short upturned nose, protruding jaw, and a high arched palate. The term "Hutchinson's facies" is named after Sir Jonathan Hutchinson, an English surgeon and pathologist who first described the condition.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of Hutchinson's facies are primarily physical and are related to the facial features. These include:
- A broad nasal bridge
- Short, upturned nose
- Protruding jaw
- High arched palate
Causes[edit]
Hutchinson's facies is caused by congenital syphilis, a disease that is passed from a pregnant woman to her fetus. Congenital syphilis can cause severe health problems and even death in a newborn.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of Hutchinson's facies is typically made based on the physical appearance of the individual. In some cases, additional tests may be needed to confirm the diagnosis of congenital syphilis.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment for Hutchinson's facies involves treating the underlying cause, which is congenital syphilis. This typically involves antibiotics to treat the syphilis infection.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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