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Ramsay Hunt syndrome Flashcards

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what is Ramsay Hunt syndrome?

A

herpes zoster oticus

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what is Ramsay Hunt syndrome caused by?

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reactivation of the varicella zoster virus in the geniculate ganglion of CN VII

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what are the features of Ramsay Hunt syndrome?

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  • auricular pain (1st feature)
  • facial n. palsy
  • vesicular rash around ear
  • others: vertigo, tinnitus
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what is the mx for Ramsay Hunt syndrome?

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oral aciclovir and corticosteroids

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