Warning Signs Of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome

Tinnitus

Tinnitus is a symptom that commonly occurs in those with Ramsay Hunt syndrome. Tinnitus means the patient hears sounds or noises when there are no external sounds present. These noises are often referred to as phantom noises. The sounds that occur with tinnitus are commonly described as ringing, roaring, hissing, buzzing, clicking, and humming. The sounds an individual hears when they have tinnitus may range from very high pitched to very low pitched. These sounds can also vary in terms of volume. Any auditory disturbances or irregularities that occur as symptoms of Ramsay Hunt syndrome are due to the proximity of the facial nerve and the nerve that attaches to the inner ear. These nerves converge at a point, allowing for the Varicella zoster virus to come in contact with the nerve connected to the inner ear. When the infection of this nerve causes a hyperactive transmission of signals, it will result in tinnitus. When the infection impairs the transmission of signals between the ear and brain, it causes a general loss of hearing.

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