Late recurrence of burkitt lymphoma in the jaw: numb chin syndrome as the only symptom

Late recurrence of Burkitt lymphoma (BL) is rare, especially in the oral region. A 58-year-old woman, treated 9 years ago for a BL in the tonsil, described a 2-week history of sensitive alteration and pain in the chin region. Physical examination revealed a complete paresthesia involving the bilateral chin and lower lip. No other alterations were found at cone beam computed tomography and at clinical examination. Through magnetic resonance exam, it was possible to identify an alteration in the mandibular body extending to the entire right side.
Source: Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, and Endodontics - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Source Type: research