Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome associated with Guillain-Barré ­syndrome

Abstract

Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome is a rare neuromucocutaneous disorder of idiopathic aetiology. Its presentation has been associated with autoimmune diseases. We present the case of a 56-year-old male patient who developed Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome associated with Guillain-Barré syndrome. The patient had an excellent response to treatment with plasmapheresis, and physiotherapy and rehabilitation.