Leonine facies

Leonine facies: a face that resembles that of a lion. It is seen in multiple conditions and has been classically described for Lepromatous leprosy as well as Paget's disease of bone. It is a dermatological symptom, with characteristic facial features that are visible on presentation and is useful for focussing on differential diagnosis. Here is a short list of differential diagnoses to consider:


 * Lepromatous leprosy (Emedicine)
 * Paget's disease of bone
 * Mycosis fungoides
 * Amyloidosis
 * Lichen myxedematosus Emedicine
 * Actinic reticuloid
 * Leishmaniasis
 * Lipoid proteinosis
 * Progressive nodular histiocytosis
 * Mastocytosis