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[Varicella-zoster virus infections].

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  • 1Dermatologische Klinik, Klinikum Krefeld, Lutherplatz 40, 47805 Krefeld, Germany. lilie@klinikum-krefeld.de

Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift Fur Dermatologie, Venerologie, Und Verwandte Gebiete
|August 19, 2004
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Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) causes chickenpox and shingles. Early antiviral therapy for shingles in elderly patients can reduce the risk and duration of postherpetic neuralgia.

Area of Science:

  • Virology
  • Dermatology
  • Neurology

Context:

  • Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) causes primary varicella (chickenpox), a common childhood illness.
  • VZV reactivation leads to herpes zoster (shingles), a neurodermal disease.
  • Shingles often presents with severe pain and can lead to postherpetic neuralgia.

Purpose:

  • To review the role of antiviral therapy in managing VZV infections, particularly herpes zoster.
  • To highlight the importance of early intervention in preventing complications like postherpetic neuralgia.

Summary:

  • Primary VZV infection manifests as varicella, typically in children.
  • Herpes zoster, a VZV relapse, involves nerve-specific lesions and significant pain.
  • Early antiviral treatment for herpes zoster in elderly patients is crucial for reducing postherpetic neuralgia risk and duration.

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Impact:

  • Antiviral therapy, combined with pain management, is recommended for all elderly patients diagnosed with herpes zoster.
  • Timely treatment can significantly improve patient outcomes and quality of life by mitigating shingles-related pain and complications.