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Atypical presentation of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome (RHS)A case report

Article scientifique 2023 Anglais

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Abstract Background :This case emphasizes the atypical presentation of RHS, in which the rash was distributed over cervical dermatomes (C3, C4). Case presentation: A 55-year old Sudanese woman presented with left side mouth deviation and difficulty in closure of her right eye. Which happened two weeks after the appearance of a vesicular rash over the right side of her head, ear, down to the right side of her neck as well as submandibular area, and improved with treatment (acyclovir and prednisolone). Conclusion: Physicians should be aware of typical and atypical presentations of RHS to facilitate prompt diagnosis and provide appropriate management. Early intervention with antiviral and corticosteroid has shown to significantly improve outcomes in these patients.

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Elamin, A., Daoud, M., Mohmed, M. (2023). Atypical presentation of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome (RHS)A case report. https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-3280629/v1

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Abubakr Elmotesim Abdulla Elamin Mahmoud Daoud Mohmed Hussien Ahmed Mohmed

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