Ramsay Hunt syndrome (RHS)
Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .
Ramsay Hunt syndrome (RHS). This is Varicella zoster virus (VZV) infection of the geniculate ganglion. Fully referenced neurology checklist.
Pathology
- This is Varicella zoster virus (VZV) infection of the geniculate ganglion
- It may involve cranial nerves V-XI
- It may rarely involve the cervical nerves
Classic triad
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Clinical features: others
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Differential diagnosis: Bell’s palsy
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Investigations
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Antiviral treatment
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Other treatments
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Other Ramsay Hunt syndromes
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Synonym
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References
- Sweeney CJ, Gilden DH. Ramsay Hunt syndrome. JNNP 2001; 71:149-154.
- Liveson JA. Peripheral neurology: case studies. Third edition. Oxford University Press Oxford 2000 p315.
- Gunbey HP, Kutlar G, Aslan K, Sayit AT, Incesu L. Magnetic resonance imaging evidence of varicella zoster virus polyneuropathy: involvement of the glossopharyngeal and vagus nerves associated with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. J Craniofac Surg 2016; 27:721-723.
- Sun WL, Yan JL, Chen LL. Ramsay Hunt syndrome with unilateral polyneuropathy involving cranial nerves V, VII, VIII, and XII in a diabetic patient. Quintessence Int 2011; 42:873-877.
- Kayayurt K, Yavasi O, Bilir O, Ersunan G, Giakoup B. A case of Ramsay Hunt syndrome with atypical presentation. Turk J Emerg Med 2016; 14:142-145.
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