Treatments for<unk>  are used to reduce further damage caused by the viral infection. These medications will not reverse any damage that has already occurred at the time that they are prescribed. Initial treatment with a corticosteroid such as prednisone and the antiviral drug such as acyclovir (500 milligrams five times a day), valacyclovir (1000 mg three times a day) or famciclovir (500 mg three times a day) for 5 to 7 days is standard, however some studies have shown later damage to the facial nerve and recommend<unk> 1 days of antivirals. Studies indicate that treatment started within 72 hours of the onset of facial paralysis improves the chances of the patient experiencing significant recovery. Chances of recovery appear to decrease when treatment is delayed. Delay of treatment may result in permanent facial nerve paralysis. However, some studies demonstrate that even when steroids are started promptly, only<unk> 2% of all patient achieve full recovery of facial paralysis. Treatment apparently has no effect on the recovery of hearing loss. Meclizine and benzodiazepines such as diazepam and vestibular therapy are sometimes used to treat the vertigo. During the acute recovery phase, the eye on the affected side of the face may not blink completely or at all and may not close tightly or at all when sleeping. If the eye is dry or feels irritated, this is a strong indication that the eye is not properly blinking or closing completely. Using artificial tears every 5 to<unk> 0 minutes while awake and protecting the eye while asleep are very important to maintaining the health of the eye. While asleep, applying overnight eye gel and using sensitive skin medical tape or an eye patch to keep the eye closed or using a moisture chamber can protect the eye. Taking these precautions are extremely important to preserving the health and functionality of the eye and preventing corneal abrasions and corneal ulcers. Nerve pain associated with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome may be extreme and centered in the ear, neck, cheek, jaw and face. This nerve pain may not respond well to standard pain treatments including NSAIDS and opioids. Medication specifically for nerve pain such as tricyclic antidepressants and gabapentin have been shown to be effective for the neuropathic pain and post-herpetic neuralgia common with RHS. . Physical therapy, excessive movement or electrical stimulation practiced during the first year of recovery greatly increase the chances of long term complications including hyperactive muscles and synkinesis, which are permanent. The most common form of synkinesis for Ramsay Hunt Syndrome patients involve the eye being connected to the mouth (i.e. blinking while speaking, tearing while eating) and chin dimpling (chin dimples forming when speaking). Many forms of synkinesis can be managed using medical Botox administered by a qualified doctor.
Ramsay Hunt syndrome type 2
Bell's palsy
Ramsay Hunt syndrome type 1
Tolosa–Hunt syndrome
Robinow syndrome
Autosomal dominant porencephaly type I
Seaver Cassidy syndrome
Dandy–Walker malformation