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In 8th week from shingles onset.went inward in ear , am deaf, equilibriun still off with slow , speech, is it ramsey hunt?

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Dr. L. Stoney answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Shingles: Penetration to the face can be dangerous and a medical emergency therefore an evaluation by the emergency room is necessary to begin treatment urgently to prevent meningitis, blindness or other neurological complications.

Answered 7/25/2013

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