Ramsay Hunt syndrome
Ramsay Hunt syndrome also known as herpes zoster oticus or geniculate ganglion herpes zoster is a late complication of varicella-zoster virus VZV infection resulting in inflammation of the geniculate ganglion of cranial nerve CVII1 The syndrome is named for James Ramsay Hunt 1872-1937 an American neurologist and army officer in World War I. 1 day agoRamsay Hunt syndrome is the second most common cause of atraumatic peripheral facial paralysis after Bells Palsy but slightly more severe. Pin On Ramsay Hunt Syndrome Ramsay Hunt syndrome RHS also known as herpes zoster oticus is a rare yet severe condition that causes facial weakness or paralysis and a rash on the outer ear. . Find Information on Diseases Conditions Sports Injury Personal Injury. 1 Ramsay Hunt syndrome type 2 is the reactivation of herpes zoster in the geniculate ganglion. 22 hours agoEarlier this week the Canadian singer canceled a number of upcoming shows because of illness a...