The 20 Best Melkersson-Rosenthal Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Boston, MA

Find the Top Melkersson-Rosenthal Syndrome Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 2 doctor with experience in Melkersson-Rosenthal Syndrome near Boston, MA. Of these, 2 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Melkersson-Rosenthal Syndrome

    Dr. Mark Scharf
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melkersson-Rosenthal Syndrome

    Dr. Mark Scharf
    Dermatology
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    Umass Memorial Medical Center-Hahnemann Campus

    281 Lincoln St, 
    Worcester, MA 
    508-334-5897
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Mark Scharf is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Scharf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melkersson-Rosenthal Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Psoriasis, Warts, and Basal Cell Skin Cancer.

    Experienced in Melkersson-Rosenthal Syndrome
    Experienced in Melkersson-Rosenthal Syndrome
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    Boston Children's Hospital

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
    617-355-6117
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Pierre-olivier Grenier is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Grenier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melkersson-Rosenthal Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scalded Skin Syndrome, Tufted Angioma, Cutis Marmorata Telangiectatica Congenita, and Molluscum Contagiosum.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Melkersson-Rosenthal Syndrome?

    Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome (MRS) is a rare, inherited syndrome that affects the nervous system and skin (a neurocutaneous syndrome). MRS may be characterized by three main features: recurrent facial nerve palsy, episodes of swelling of the face and lips, and fissuring of the tongue (formation of deep grooves). The majority of people with MRS only have one or two of these features, rather than all three. MRS is more common in females than in males. Inheritance of MRS is autosomal dominant, but a consistent genetic cause has not been found. It is possible that more than one gene is responsible for MRS, and/or that environmental "triggers" may contribute to causing the syndrome in some genetically predisposed individuals. In some cases, MRS may be associated with Crohn's disease or sarcoidosis. MRS is diagnosed based on the symptoms present and medical history, and a biopsy of the lips may be needed to confirm the diagnosis in some cases.