Leonine facies
Medical condition
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Leonine facies is a facies 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 focusing on differential diagnosis.
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| Ugandan woman with leprosy exhibiting leonine facies. | |
| Causes | Leprosy, Paget's disease of bone |
Associated conditions
Differential diagnoses include the following:
