Q. With reference to Ramsay Hunt Syndrome, consider the following statements;
1.Ramsay Hunt Syndrome is caused by reactivation of varicella zoster virus.
2.There is no treatment available for Ramsay Hunt Syndrome.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct: Ramsay Hunt Syndrome is caused by reactivation of varicella zoster virus that has previously caused chickenpox and shingles in the patient.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Antiviral therapies and corticosteroids (anti-inflammatory drug) are commonly used to treat the condition.
Source: Indian Express
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