Rapid Resolution of Grade VI Facial Nerve Paralysis in Ramsay Hunt Syndrome With Prompt Dual Antiviral-Corticosteroid Therapy: A Case Report.

Ramsay Hunt syndrome, caused by varicella-zoster virus reactivation, presents with facial paralysis, otalgia, and auricular vesicles. A Tanzanian woman with Grade VI facial palsy was treated with acyclovir and prednisolone, recovering to Grade II within 2 weeks. This illustrates dual therapy beyond the 72-h window may remain amenable to treatment.