Weeks 1-2 After receiving the Ramsay Hunt Syndrome (RHS) diagnosis at my Emergency Department visit, I felt relieved mentally but was extremely exhausted and in pain. I went home with the impression that the paralysis would improve in about three weeks. I was told to get as much rest as possible. For the next seven … Continue reading Half smile (and other facial expressions) Part 2

What would most adults think if they woke one morning realizing they cannot move half their face? Three weeks ago this happened to me but the story begins nine days prior to that and this post gives detail so that others experiencing these symptoms will be aware of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. On Friday, January 31, … Continue reading Half smile (and other facial expressions) Part I