Ramsay Hunt syndrome (RHS), which has forced singer ... the facial nerve and cause a painful rash around the ear or mouth. Symptoms vary from person to person, but can cause severe discomfort ...

There are two main symptoms of Ramsay Hunt syndrome. The first is a painful rash, often with blisters, in and around one ear. The other main symptom is facial paralysis on the same side of the ...

Initial diagnosis is based on the hallmark symptoms. The doctor takes a medical history and asks questions about previous infection (chicken pox). Laboratory test results can confirm the condition.