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After 12 months of ATT intake, he showed complete recovery of the facial and hypoglossal nerve, with complete resolution of instability pain.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Craniovertebral junction tuberculosis is uncommon, and its manifestation with cranial nerves involvement is even more rare. Meticulous clinico-radiological assessment should be done to diagnose and plan the treatment. 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