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Tolosa-Hunt Syndrome With Highly Elevated Interleukin-6 Levels
1Neurology, New York Medical College, Valhalla, USA.
Cureus
|July 31, 2026
Summary
Tolosa-Hunt syndrome, a rare inflammatory disorder, involves orbital pain and cranial nerve issues. This case highlights elevated Interleukin-6 (IL-6) levels, suggesting a role in the condition's pathophysiology.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Ophthalmology
- Immunology
Background:
- Tolosa-Hunt syndrome (THS) is a rare idiopathic granulomatous inflammation of the orbit.
- It presents with ipsilateral orbital pain and cranial nerve palsy, often affecting the oculomotor, trochlear, and abducens nerves.
- THS episodes can cause significant symptoms like diplopia and proptosis.
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