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Narrow facies. Narrow face and acroephalus in congenital syphilis. Narrow face is a dysmorphic feature in which its width is abnormally reduced (upper and lower face width less than 2 SD below the mean subjectively, or apparent reduction of the width of the upper and lower face objectively). [1] [2] [3]
Saethre–Chotzen syndrome ( SCS ), also known as acrocephalosyndactyly type III, is a rare congenital disorder associated with craniosynostosis (premature closure of one or more of the sutures between the bones of the skull ). This affects the shape of the head and face, resulting in a cone-shaped head and an asymmetrical face.
An epicanthic fold or epicanthus[ 6] is a skin fold of the upper eyelid that covers the inner corner (medial canthus) of the eye. [ 3] However, variation occurs in the nature of this feature and the possession of "partial epicanthic folds" or "slight epicanthic folds" is noted in the relevant literature. [ 7][ 8][ 9] Various factors influence ...
Lujan–Fryns syndrome ( LFS) is an X-linked genetic disorder that causes mild to moderate intellectual disability and features described as Marfanoid habitus, referring to a group of physical characteristics similar to those found in Marfan syndrome. [ 4][ 5] These features include a tall, thin stature and long, slender limbs. [ 5]
Fragile X syndrome ( FXS) is a genetic disorder characterized by mild-to-moderate intellectual disability. [ 1] The average IQ in males with FXS is under 55, while about two thirds of affected females are intellectually disabled. [ 3][ 4] Physical features may include a long and narrow face, large ears, flexible fingers, and large testicles. [ 1]
This is a narrow but tall moustache which generally does not extend beyond the sides of the nose, and extends to the upper lip. This type of facial hair resembles a small brush like a toothbrush, where the "bristles" are attached to the bottom of the nose, which was once thought comical.
Prosopometamorphopsia. Prosopometamorphopsia (sometimes known as " demon-face syndrome " [ 1][ 2]) is a visual disorder characterized by altered perceptions of faces. In the perception of a person with the disorder, facial features are distorted in a variety of ways including drooping, swelling, discoloration, and shifts of position.
Long face syndrome, also referred to as skeletal open bite, [ 1] is a relatively common condition characterised by excessive vertical facial development. [ 2] Its causes may be either genetic or environmental. Long face syndrome is "a common dentofacial abnormality." [ 3]: 369 [ 4] Its diagnosis, symptomology and treatments are complex and ...