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Ramsay Hunt syndrome type I
Ramsay Hunt syndrome (RHS) type 1 is a rare and nebulous entity that has alternatively been called dyssynergia cerebellaris myoclonica, dyssynergia cerebellaris progressiva, dentatorubral degeneration, or Ramsay Hunt cerebellar syndrome.[1][2] Additional recommended knowledgeIt is characterized by seizures, cognitive impairment, action myoclonus, and progressive ataxia. Symptoms include seizures, tremor, and reduced muscle coordination. Myoclonus and seizures may be treated with drugs like valproate. RHS type 1 is caused by the impairment of a regulatory mechanism between cerebellar and brainstem nuclei and has been associated with a wide range of diseases, including Lafora disease and celiac disease.[3][4] See also
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