Ramsay hunt syndrome-case report

Abstract

Purpose: The Ramsay Hunt Syndrome (RHS), also called Herpes Zoster by Oticus, is Caused by reactivation of Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) in the geniculate ganglia. This syndrome is Consisting of vesicles in auditory pavilion, ipsilateral ear pain and facial paralysis peripheral. This case report demonstrates classic Symptoms of the disease, but the clinician must look carefully to the presentations Several, like vague Symptoms or atypical scenario. case description: A 57 years old man presented with swelling in the right external auditory pavilion, earache and, posteriorly, ipsilateral facial paralysis peripheral Accompanied by vesicles in the external auditory canal right. After treatment with Acyclovir, there was partial improvement of the facial paralysis peripheral with disappearance of lesions.Conclusions: The first-line treatment includes an association of antivirals and corticosteroids agents, Which must be instituted Within first 72 hours of evolution syndrome, with better results.