Ramsay Hunt syndrome (RHS) is an infection with the Varicella Zoster virus in the geniculate ganglion of the facial nerve. The syndrome consists of a triad of peripheral facial nerve palsy, ear pain and concurrent zoster rash in the ear canal. However, vesicles in the mouth can be seen. A rare complication of RHS is viral meningitis. This is a case report of a patient with orally manifested RHS and concurrent asymptomatic viral meningitis. This case aims to raise awareness of RHS with atypical presentation and concurrent viral meningitis and, thereby, the importance of a thorough neurological examination.
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http://dx.doi.org/10.61409/V02240092 | DOI Listing |
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