Ramsay Hunt Syndrome (Herpes Zoster Oticus)

Management of facial palsy and ear rash due to VZV.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MSt MRCGP (General Practitioner)

Last reviewed: 21 October 2025

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Clinical Guidelines

Clinical Practice Guideline: Sudden Hearing Loss (Update)

Cochrane Review: Antiviral therapy for Ramsay Hunt syndrome (herpes zoster oticus with facial palsy) in adults

Task force of the Brazilian Society of Otology: Recommendations for the management of Bell’s palsy and Ramsay Hunt syndrome