Published on June 13, 2017

Horner's syndrome


Symptoms of a disrupted nerve pathway from the brain to the face and eye on one side.

Overview

Horner's syndrome is the result of another medical condition, such as a stroke, tumor, or spinal cord injury.

Symptoms

Symptoms include a smaller pupil, drooping eyelid, and little or no sweating on the affected side.

Treatments

There's no specific treatment for Horner's syndrome, but treatment for the underlying cause may restore normal nerve function.