Abstract
Hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathies (HSAN) are rare diseases. Five different types are described. Hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathy type V, also known as congenital insensitivity to pain, is a rare autosomal recessive disease seen in early childhood. Self-mutilation is an invariable feature of this disorder involving the teeth, tongue, lips, and fingers. This report described the case of a 2-year-old baby boy who had self-mutilating injuries to her tongue and hands, caused by biting. Protective splints were given to the patient to prevent further self-mutilation.
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