Ramsay hunt syndrome

Question 1

what is it?

Answer 1

Ramsay Hunt syndrome (herpes zoster oticus) is caused by the reactivation of the varicella zoster virus in the geniculate ganglion of the seventh cranial nerve.

Question 2

features

Answer 2

auricular pain is often the first feature
facial nerve palsy
vesicular rash around the ear
other features include vertigo and tinnitus

Question 3

mx

Answer 3

oral aciclovir and corticosteroids are usually given