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Case Reports
. 2017 Jan 23:2017:bcr2016218069.
doi: 10.1136/bcr-2016-218069.

Concurrent pityriasis rosea and Bell's palsy

Vanessa Voss  1 , Adam Mattox  2 , Mary Guo  2
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Concurrent pityriasis rosea and Bell's palsy

Vanessa Voss et al. BMJ Case Rep. .

Abstract

Pityriasis rosea is a dermatological disease with a well-documented clinical appearance, but less is known about causes and treatment. Bell's palsy is a neurological condition leading to acute idiopathic hemifacial paralysis. Recent studies indicate that human herpesvirus (HHV) 6-7 reactivation may be a contributing factor to both conditions. We report a case of the 2 concurrent diagnoses that supports a common contributing factor and suggests further awareness and research into the role HHV 6-7 may play in the aetiology of both conditions.

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Figure 1
Pityriasis rosea early ‘herald patch’ and late widespread exanthema.
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Figure 2
Bell's palsy facial hemiparesis when patient asked to 'smile' and 'squint'.
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