What Is Ramsay Hunt Syndrome?
8. Hearing Loss
Our inner ears contain some very delicate organs. Although well protected deep inside our skulls, these organs are still susceptible to damage from infections. One example of an infection that can cause such damage is shingles. This can result in the patient losing their ability to hear.
Loss of hearing is not uncommon in cases of Ramsey Hunt syndrome but the sensation will usually return once symptoms have passed. Hearing loss can be permanent, however, depending on the severity of the damage caused by the infection. Patients might also experience permanent facial weakness as a result of Ramsay Hunt syndrome.
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