Leonine facies
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Leonine facies: a face that resembles that of a lion. It is seen in multiple conditions and has been classically described for Lepromatous leprosy as well as Paget's disease of bone. It is a dermatological symptom, with characteristic facial features that are visible on presentation and is useful for focussing on differential diagnosis. Here is a short list of differential diagnoses to consider:
- Lepromatous leprosy (Emedicine)
- Paget's disease of bone
- Mycosis fungoides
- Amyloidosis
- Lichen myxedematosus Emedicine
- Actinic reticuloid
- Leishmaniasis
- Lipoid proteinosis
- Progressive nodular histiocytosis
- Mastocytosis