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What is the definition of Tolosa Hunt Syndrome?
Tolosa Hunt syndrome (THS) is a rare condition characterized by painful ophthalmoplegia (paralysis and/or weakness of the eye muscles). Signs and symptoms include a constant pain behind the eye; decreased eye movements; and signs of cranial nerve paralysis such as drooping of the upper eyelid (ptosis), double vision (diplopia), large pupil, and facial numbness. Although it is considered a benign condition, permanent neurologic deficits can occur and relapses are common. The features of THS are caused by inflammation of the cavernous sinus (an area at the base of the brain) but the underlying cause of the inflammation is unknown.
What are the alternative names for Tolosa Hunt Syndrome?
  • Tolosa Hunt syndrome
  • Nonspecific inflammation of the cavernous sinus or superior orbital fissure
  • Painful ophthalmoplegia
  • THS
  • Tolosa-Hunt syndrome
Who are the top Tolosa Hunt Syndrome Local Doctors?
Sidney M. Gospe-Iii
Advanced in Tolosa Hunt Syndrome
Dr. Sidney M. Gospe-Iii
Ophthalmology
Advanced in Tolosa Hunt Syndrome
Dr. Sidney M. Gospe-Iii
Ophthalmology

Duke Eye Center

2351 Erwin Rd, 
Durham, NC 
919-681-3937
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Sidney Gospe-Iii is an Ophthalmologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Gospe-Iii is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tolosa Hunt Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Tolosa Hunt Syndrome, Strabismus, Brown Syndrome, and Optic Nerve Atrophy. Dr. Gospe-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

Advanced in Tolosa Hunt Syndrome
Dr. David D. Bryan
Ophthalmology
Advanced in Tolosa Hunt Syndrome
Dr. David D. Bryan
Ophthalmology

Wk Pierremont Eye Institute

2611 Greenwood Rd, 
Shreveport, LA 
318-212-2020
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David Bryan is an Ophthalmologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Bryan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tolosa Hunt Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Interstitial Keratitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Cataract. Dr. Bryan is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Tolosa Hunt Syndrome
Dr. James P. Swearingen
Ophthalmology
Advanced in Tolosa Hunt Syndrome
Dr. James P. Swearingen
Ophthalmology

Wk Pierremont Eye Institute

2611 Greenwood Rd, 
Shreveport, LA 
318-212-2020
Languages Spoken:
English
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James Swearingen is an Ophthalmologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Swearingen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tolosa Hunt Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Chalazion, Dry Eye Syndrome, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Subconjunctival Hemorrhage. Dr. Swearingen is currently accepting new patients.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center