Auriculotemporal syndrome in childhood
R. S. Davis and R. C. Strunk
Auriculotemporal syndrome, also known as Frey's syndrome, consists of the
development of facial flushing or sweating over the distribution of the
auriculotemporal nerve immediately following eating or drinking. It has
been recognized in adults as a common postoperative complication of
parotid-gland surgery or dorsal sympathectomy. The syndrome is uncommon in
children. As its course is benign, it is important to recognize it, thus
avoiding unnecessary referral and laboratory evaluation.
