All of the following are true for Ramsay hunt syndrome

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All of the following are true for Ramsay hunt syndrome except -

    1. It has viral etiology
    1. Involves VIIth nerve
    1. May involve VIIIth nerve
    1. Results of spontaneous recovery are excellent

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  • The prognosis of Ramsay Hunt syndrome is worse than Bells palsy. Persistent weakness is observed in 30-50% of patients and only 10% recover completely after complete loss of function without treatment.
  • Treatment recommended is prednisone (steroid) combined with acyclvir.