A Case of Varicella-Zoster Infection Involving Lower Cranial Nerves

Abstract

Varicella-zoster virus often causes not only vesicles, but also facial and vestibular nerve paralysis (Ramsay Hunt syndrome). This syndrome can affect other cranial nerves. We report a case of unilateral palsy of the V, VII, IX, and X cranial nerves due to varicella-zoster virus infection.