Schwannoma Masquerading as Recurrent Painful Ophthalmoplegic Neuropathy: A Diagnostic Dilemma

J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus. 2020 Aug 19:57:e68-e70. doi: 10.3928/01913913-20200721-01.

Abstract

Recurrent painful ophthalmoplegic neuropathy, or ophthalmoplegic migraine, is characterized by recurrent cranial nerve paresis following headache. Imaging may demonstrate cranial nerve enhancement during episodes, but absence of structural lesions is required for diagnosis. [J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus. 2020;57:e68-e70.].

MeSH terms

  • Cranial Nerve Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Diagnostic Imaging / methods*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Neurilemmoma / diagnosis*
  • Recurrence
  • Tolosa-Hunt Syndrome / diagnosis*

Supplementary concepts

  • Ophthalmoplegia, painful