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[Varicella-zoster virus].

E Saint-Léger1, A M Fillet

  • 1Service de virologie Groupe hospitalier La Pitié-La Salpêtrière, Paris.

La Revue Du Praticien
|March 25, 2000
PubMed
Summary
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Varicella-zoster virus causes chickenpox and shingles. While usually mild, it can be severe in certain groups, with postherpetic neuralgia a key complication of shingles.

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Area of Science:

  • Virology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Immunology

Context:

  • Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) is a widespread human herpesvirus.
  • Primary infection manifests as varicella (chickenpox).
  • Reactivation causes zoster (shingles).

Purpose:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of Varicella-zoster virus (VZV).
  • To discuss VZV's clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and treatment.
  • To highlight VZV's impact on public health.

Summary:

  • VZV infection presents as varicella or zoster, with potential neurological and pulmonary involvement.
  • Severity varies, posing risks to immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women, newborns, and adults.
  • Postherpetic neuralgia is a significant complication of zoster in the elderly.

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Impact:

  • Understanding VZV is crucial for managing infectious diseases.
  • Accurate diagnosis and timely treatment are essential for patient outcomes.
  • Knowledge of VZV aids in developing preventative strategies and treatments.