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Dermatomal vesicular eruption in an asymptomatic infant
Premnashu Bhushan1, Kabir Sardana, Supriya Mahajan
1Department of Dermatology and STD, Lady Hardinge Medical College, KSCH Hospital, New Delhi, India.
Dermatology Online Journal
|January 18, 2006
Summary
Infantile herpes zoster (shingles) can occur without a known maternal varicella infection. Diagnosis was confirmed via serology and Tzanck smear, showing a benign and self-resolving course.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Infectious Diseases
- Dermatology
Background:
- Herpes zoster (shingles) in infants is rare.
- Often associated with maternal varicella or in-utero exposure.
- Etiopathogenesis requires further understanding.
Observation:
- A case of infantile herpes zoster is presented.
- No clinical evidence of varicella in the mother.
- No apparent exposure in the infant.
Findings:
- Diagnosis confirmed by serology and Tzanck smear.
- Highlights potential for herpes zoster without clear exposure history.
- Emphasizes a benign clinical course.
Implications:
- Suggests alternative transmission routes or reactivation.
- Informs clinical suspicion for infantile herpes zoster.
- Supports favorable prognosis in diagnosed cases.