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Herpes Zoster-induced Progressive Heart Block: A Case Report
Vahid Kazemi1, Marlena C Fernandez2, Kenneth Zide3
1Internal Medicine, Aventura Hospital and Medical Center, Aventura , USA.
Cureus
|February 15, 2019
Summary
Varicella-zoster virus reactivation can cause shingles and rarely, serious cardiac issues like myocarditis. This case report details a patient experiencing cardiac complications following VZV reactivation.
Area of Science:
- Virology
- Cardiology
- Dermatology
Background:
- Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) is a neurotropic virus responsible for varicella (chickenpox) and herpes zoster (shingles).
- Shingles presents as a painful, unilateral, vesicular rash following VZV reactivation.
- While cutaneous manifestations are common, VZV reactivation can rarely lead to cardiac complications.
Observation:
- This case report focuses on a patient who developed cardiac complications subsequent to VZV reactivation.
- The patient presented with an unusual concern related to latent VZV in adulthood.
Findings:
- The study details a specific instance of cardiac complication arising from VZV reactivation.
- It highlights the potential for VZV to affect the cardiovascular system beyond its typical dermatomal presentation.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering cardiac involvement in VZV reactivation, even in atypical presentations.
- It prompts further investigation into the mechanisms and clinical significance of latent VZV affecting cardiac function in adults.
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