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Laryngeal herpes: a case report.

José Antonio Pinto1, Henrique Cesar Felippu Pinto, Jeanne da Rosa Oiticica Ramalho

  • 1Nucleus of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery of São Paulo, Indianopolis, São Paulo, Brazil. japorl@vol.com.br

Journal of Voice : Official Journal of the Voice Foundation
|January 7, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Herpetic laryngitis, caused by herpes viruses, can rarely spread to the central nervous system. This case highlights varicella zoster virus reactivation leading to laryngitis and meningoencephalitis.

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Area of Science:

  • Virology
  • Neurology
  • Otolaryngology

Background:

  • Herpetic laryngitis is an uncommon inflammatory condition.
  • It is typically caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV) or herpes zoster virus (VZV).

Observation:

  • A rare complication involves the virus spreading along peripheral nerves to the central nervous system (CNS).
  • This can manifest as herpetic meningoencephalitis.

Findings:

  • This report details a case of herpetic laryngitis due to VZV reactivation.
  • The case involved CNS spreading, consistent with meningoencephalitis.

Implications:

  • Understanding VZV pathophysiology is crucial for diagnosing and managing this rare complication.

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  • Prompt evaluation and treatment are essential for patients with suspected herpetic laryngitis and CNS involvement.