Frey's Syndrome
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What is the definition of Frey's Syndrome?

Frey's syndrome is a rare, neurological disorder that causes a person to sweat excessively while eating. It most often occurs as a complication of surgery involving the parotid gland (a major salivary gland located below the ear). It may also occur following neck dissection, facelift procedures, or trauma to the area near the parotid gland. The main symptoms include flushing and excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) on the cheek, temple, or behind the ear, when eating or thinking about food (gustatory sweating). Some people with Frey's syndrome may experience a burning sensation, itching, or pain around the affected area. The symptoms are usually mild but can be severe, causing significant discomfort or social anxiety. Frey's syndrome is thought to be caused by damage to both the nerves that regulate the sweat glands, and the nerves that regulate the parotid glands. It is believed that the damaged nerves regrow abnormally and connect to the wrong glands. Frey's syndrome is diagnosed based on medical history (e.g. a history of surgery or trauma) and symptoms. The diagnosis can be confirmed with a test called the Minor's starch-iodine test.

What are the alternative names for Frey's Syndrome?

Frey's syndrome
Auriculotemporal nerve syndrome
Frey syndrome
Gustatory sweating
Hyperhidrosis gustatory

Who are the top Frey's Syndrome Local Doctors?

Elite in Frey's Syndrome

Dr. Sanjay M. Athavale

Otolaryngology

Elite in Frey's Syndrome

Dr. Sanjay M. Athavale

Otolaryngology

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Office

970 Joe Frank Harris Pkwy SE Ste 330,

Cartersville, GA

770-217-6224

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English

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Sanjay Athavale is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Cartersville, Georgia. Dr. Athavale is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frey's Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tonsillitis, Frey's Syndrome, Branchial Cleft Cyst, Cordotomy, and Septoplasty. Dr. Athavale is currently accepting new patients.

Elite in Frey's Syndrome

Paola Bonavolonta

Elite in Frey's Syndrome

Paola Bonavolonta

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Via Sergio Pansini 5,

Naples, IT

Paola Bonavolonta practices practicing medicine in Naples, Italy. Ms. Bonavolonta is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Frey's Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Frey's Syndrome, Rhinophyma, Hyperhidrosis, Osteotomy, and Glossectomy.

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Experienced in Frey's Syndrome

Dr. Adrienne M. Laury

Otolaryngology

Experienced in Frey's Syndrome

Dr. Adrienne M. Laury

Otolaryngology

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Proliance Surgeons

1231 116th Ave NE #915,

Bellevue, WA

425-454-3938

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English, Farsi, German, Korean, Spanish

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Adrienne Laury is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Laury is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frey's Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, Nasal Polyps, and Empyema. Dr. Laury is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology and American Academy Of Otolaryngic Allergy. Dr. Laury is currently accepting new patients.