Ramsay hunt syndrome is due to:: (A) Herpes zoster virus, (B) Herpes simplex virus, (C) Varicella zoster, (D) Pseudomonas
Answer is A. Ans. (a) Herpes zoster virusRef: RL. Dhingra 5th ed. /107* In some cases of herpes zoster oticus, there is facial paralysis along with vesicular rash in the external auditory canal and pinna. This condition is called Ramsay Hunt Syndrome.* Treatment: Acyclovir + Steroids