How long can Ramsay Hunt syndrome last? Is Ramsay Hunt syndrome reversible?

Ramsay Hunt Syndrome type 2 also known as RHS and herpes zoster oticus, is a disorder that is caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus in the geniculate ganglion, a nerve cell bundle of the facial nerve.

Treatments for Ramsey Hunt Syndrome Type 2 are used to reduce further damage caused by the viral infection. These medications will not reserve any damage that has already occurred at the time that they are prescribed.

How long can Ramsay Hunt syndrome last?

If there is not much damage to the nerve, you should get better completely within a few weeks. If the damage is more severe, you may not fully recover, even after several months. Overall, your chances of recovery are better if the treatment is started within 3 days after the symptoms begin.

Is Ramsay Hunt syndrome reversible?

The best way to ensure the fullest possible recovery is to take the drugs acyclovir and prednisolone within 7 days of symptoms starting. The damage caused by Ramsay Hunt syndrome is reversible.