ramsay hunt syndrome

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Noun ramsay hunt syndrome has 1 sense

Ramsay Hunt syndrome - syndrome resulting from infection by the herpes varicella zoster virus; characterized by vertigo and pain in the ears and facial nerve paralysis and sometimes hearing loss
--₁ is a kind of syndrome

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Ramsay Hunt Syndrome

Description:

Ramsay Hunt Syndrome, also known as herpes zoster oticus, is a viral infection that affects the facial nerve near the ear. It is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, which also causes chickenpox and shingles. The syndrome is characterized by severe ear pain, facial paralysis, and a rash on the ear and mouth.

Sample Sentences:

She was diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome after experiencing sudden dizziness and facial paralysis.
The excruciating pain in his ear was a clear indication of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome.
The doctor prescribed antiviral medications to treat her Ramsay Hunt Syndrome.

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