Prognosis of Herpes zoster oticus

About prognosis: The 'prognosis' of Herpes zoster oticus usually refers to the likely outcome of Herpes zoster oticus. The prognosis of Herpes zoster oticus may include the duration of Herpes zoster oticus, chances of complications of Herpes zoster oticus, probable outcomes, prospects for recovery, recovery period for Herpes zoster oticus, survival rates, death rates, and other outcome possibilities in the overall prognosis of Herpes zoster oticus. Naturally, such forecast issues are by their nature unpredictable.

Prognosis of Herpes zoster oticus: Good. Some cases have permanent complications.
Prognosis for Herpes zoster oticus: Generally, the prognosis of Ramsay Hunt syndrome type I is good. However, in some cases, hearing loss may be permanent. Vertigo may last for days or weeks. Facial paralysis may be temporary or permanent. ¹
Complications: see complications of Herpes zoster oticus

Footnotes:
1. excerpt from NINDS Ramsay Hunt Syndrome Type I Information Page: NINDS

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