Moneycontrol PRO
HomeNewsPhotosworldJustin Bieber has Ramsay Hunt Syndrome; here’s all you need to know about this viral disease

Justin Bieber has Ramsay Hunt Syndrome; here’s all you need to know about this viral disease

Singer Justin Bieber revealed that he is suffering from a rare condition called Ramsay Hunt Syndrome, which has temporarily paralysed one side of his face. RHS is a complication of shingles that occurs when an outbreak impacts the facial nerve near one ear. In addition to facial paralysis, it can cause hearing loss. Things to know about this viral disease.

June 13, 2022 / 18:44 IST
Singer Justin Bieber revealed that he is suffering from a rare condition called, Ramsay Hunt Syndrome (RHS), which has temporarily paralysed one side of his face. The 28-year-old pop singer recently announced he was pausing his Justice World Tour due to illness, hours before his first slated concert in Toronto. RHS is a complication of shingles that occurs when an outbreak impacts the facial nerve near one ear. In addition to facial paralysis, it can cause hearing loss. Things to know about this viral disease.
1/6
Singer Justin Bieber revealed that he is suffering from a rare condition called Ramsay Hunt Syndrome (RHS), which has temporarily paralysed one side of his face. The 28-year-old pop singer recently announced he was pausing his Justice World Tour due to illness, hours before his first slated concert in Toronto. RHS is a complication of shingles that occurs when an outbreak impacts the facial nerve near one ear. In addition to facial paralysis, it can cause hearing loss. Things to know about this viral disease.
Ramsay Hunt syndrome (RHS) is a rare neurological disorder characterized by paralysis of the facial nerve and a rash affecting the ear or mouth.
2/6
Ramsay Hunt syndrome is a rare neurological disorder characterised by paralysis of the facial nerve and a rash affecting the ear or mouth.
Painful rash inside the ear canal and outside the ear, at times attacking the tongue and roof of the mouth.
3/6
The painful rash can occur inside the ear canal and outside the ear, at times attacking the tongue and roof of the mouth.
Weakness on one side of the face, causing difficulty in closing one eye, eating food, making expressions, and making fine movements of the face.
4/6
Weakness on one side of the face, causing difficulty in closing one eye, eating food, making expressions, and making fine movements of the face.
Changes in the appearance of the face from loss of movement, change in taste, persistent pain are the complications of RHS.
5/6
Changes in the appearance of the face from loss of movement, change in taste, and persistent pain are the complications of RHS.
Consists of steroids such as prednisone to reduce inflammation and pain medication.
6/6
Its treatment consists of steroids such as prednisone to reduce inflammation and pain medication.
Moneycontrol News
first published: Jun 13, 2022 06:44 pm

Discover the latest Business News, Sensex, and Nifty updates. Obtain Personal Finance insights, tax queries, and expert opinions on Moneycontrol or download the Moneycontrol App to stay updated!

Subscribe to Tech Newsletters

  • On Saturdays

    Find the best of Al News in one place, specially curated for you every weekend.

  • Daily-Weekdays

    Stay on top of the latest tech trends and biggest startup news.

Advisory Alert: It has come to our attention that certain individuals are representing themselves as affiliates of Moneycontrol and soliciting funds on the false promise of assured returns on their investments. We wish to reiterate that Moneycontrol does not solicit funds from investors and neither does it promise any assured returns. In case you are approached by anyone making such claims, please write to us at grievanceofficer@nw18.com or call on 02268882347