Lipoid proteinosis is a rare cause of voice problems. Hoarseness is often the first clinical manifestation of this disorder and can present years before any other symptom. Therefore, it is very important as an otorhinolaryngologist to be familiar with the main characteristics of this disease. We present a case report and a review of current literature to provide a concise overview of this frequently missed diagnosis.
Keywords: Hoarseness; Lipoid proteinosis; Skin lesions; Urbach-Wiethe disease; Voice.
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