Justin Bieber diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome, Cancels all major upcoming events
Justin Bieber is one the most popular singers in the world. He is always in limelight due to his shows and his personal life. The celebrity had been entertaining people since he entered his teenage. He became the youngest most lovable singer worldwide with the release of his very first song “baby”.
Recently, due to health issue, Bieber has canceled his show in Washington D.C. and Toronto earlier this week. In next week he was set to perform in New York next week and in Los Angeles in July.
He is always very active on social media and have millions of followers. So yesterday, he came live on Instagram and shared the news that he is suffering from a rare syndrome naming “Ramsay Hunt syndrome”, which causes half face paralysis. He had been cancelling his upcoming events because of his illness leaving everyone disappointed but through his video that he posted on Instagram, he has cleared the reason of him being not showing up for the shows.
Why Justin Bieber cancelled his upcoming events
It was crystal clear from the video that his condition is quite serious. He was seen telling “As you can see, this eye is not blinking, I can’t smile on this side of my face, this nostril will not move.”
He also stated that people who are getting annoyed from his cancellations needs to understand that he is seriously ill. He said, “So, there’s full paralysis on this side of my face. So for those who are frustrated by my cancellations of the next shows, I’m just physically, obviously, not capable of doing them. This is pretty serious, as you can see.” He also requested his fans to pray for his speedy recovery. The caption he wrote for his video was “IMPORTANT PLEASE WATCH. I love you guys and keep me in your prayers.”
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This news surely has made his fan heartbroken because it is no denying the fact that people are obsessed with the singer since many years now. His first song ‘baby’ made him the most loved teenager of that time. Well , for now we are wishing for his good health and hoping for his comeback as soon as possible.
What is Ramsay Hunt syndrome which has made Justin Bieber’s half face paralyzed ?
When a shingles outbreak affects the facial nerve near one of your ears, it’s known as Ramsay Hunt syndrome. It is a rare syndrome. Ramsay Hunt syndrome can include facial paralysis and hearing loss in the afflicted ear, in addition to the severe shingles outbreak. The same virus that causes chickenpox causes Ramsay Hunt syndrome. The virus remains in your nerves after chickenpox has healed. It could reawaken years later. It can harm your facial nerves if this happens.
Symptoms
Ramsay Hunt syndrome has two primary signs and symptoms:
- On, in, and around one ear, a severe red rash with fluid-filled blisters.
- On the same side as the afflicted ear, facial weakness or paralysis.
Two Primary signs and symptoms of Ramsay Hunt syndrome
What causes Ramsay Hunt Syndrome?
People who have had chickenpox develop Ramsay Hunt syndrome. The virus persists in your body after you recover from chickenpox, occasionally reactivating years later to create shingles, a painful rash with fluid-filled blisters.
A shingles outbreak known as Ramsay Hunt syndrome affects the facial nerve near one of your ears. It can also induce hearing loss and one-sided facial paralysis.
What complications may Ramsay Hunt syndrome cause
Hearing loss and facial paralysis are both permanent:
The hearing loss and facial paralysis associated with Ramsay Hunt syndrome are usually very transitory. However, it has the potential to become permanent.
Damage to the eyes:
Because of the facial paralysis induced by Ramsay Hunt syndrome, closing your eyelid may be challenging. The cornea, which protects your eye, may be injured as a result. Eye pain and poor vision can result from this damage.
Postherpetic Neuralgia:
A shingles infection affects nerve fibres, resulting in this excruciating illness. The information sent by these nerve fibres become jumbled and amplified, resulting in pain that can continue long after the other Ramsay Hunt syndrome signs and symptoms have disappeared.
Who may have Ramsay Hunt syndrome
Anyone who has had chickenpox can get Ramsay Hunt syndrome. It affects those who are over the age of 60 and is more common in elderly folks. In children, Ramsay Hunt syndrome is uncommon. It is not communicable to have Ramsay Hunt syndrome. Reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, on the other hand, can induce chickenpox in persons who have never had chickenpox or been vaccinated against it. For patients with immune system issues, the infection can be deadly.
Recovery
Recovery is possible for this syndrome . The person suffering from this syndrome is advised to do some facial exercises by the physicians. It is always recommended to take all the needed precautions as directed by the doctors.