Ramsay Hunt syndrome
Ramsay Hunt Syndrome
Welcome to the Ramsay Hunt Syndrome subsection of the ENT for the MSRA course.
This section is designed to provide comprehensive and structured learning materials to help you understand and master the topic of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome for the MSRA.
Resources for Ramsay Hunt Syndrome:
- Ramsay Hunt Syndrome Revision Notes for MSRA:
Detailed and concise traditional revision notes covering all essential aspects of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. These notes follow UK NICE guidelines and are displayed in a table format for easy recall. - Ramsay Hunt Syndrome Flashcards for MSRA:
Interactive flashcards to help you memorise key facts and concepts about Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. Perfect for quick reviews and reinforcing your knowledge. - Ramsay Hunt Syndrome Accordion Q&A Notes for the MSRA:
A unique feature where you can test your understanding of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome with question-and-answer style revision notes. This format promotes active learning and retention of important information. - Ramsay Hunt Syndrome Rapid Fire Quiz for MSRA:
A short quiz designed to test your knowledge and recall of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome concepts. This is a great way to assess your progress and pinpoint areas needing further review.
Key Points about Ramsay Hunt Syndrome
- Definition: Ramsay Hunt Syndrome is caused by reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus (VZV) in the geniculate ganglion, affecting the facial nerve and sometimes the vestibulocochlear nerve.
- Causes: The primary cause is reactivation of latent VZV, which previously caused chickenpox. Reactivation is often triggered by stress, immunosuppression, or ageing.
- Symptoms: Key symptoms include painful vesicular rash around the ear (herpes zoster oticus), facial paralysis, hearing loss, tinnitus, vertigo, and altered taste. The facial paralysis may resemble Bell’s palsy but is typically more severe.
- Investigations: Diagnosis is primarily clinical, based on the characteristic symptoms of facial paralysis and ear lesions. PCR testing of vesicular fluid can confirm VZV, and audiometry may be necessary to assess hearing loss.
- Management: Early treatment with antiviral therapy (e.g., acyclovir or valacyclovir) and corticosteroids improves outcomes. Analgesia for pain management is also important, and patients with facial weakness may require eye care to prevent corneal damage.
- Complications: Without prompt treatment, Ramsay Hunt Syndrome can result in permanent facial nerve paralysis, hearing loss, and persistent pain (postherpetic neuralgia).
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