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Herpes zoster mandibularis

M E Lewis, K G Warren

    The Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences. Le Journal Canadien Des Sciences Neurologiques
    |May 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    This case report details Herpes zoster affecting only the mandibular nerve in an elderly man. The rare distribution suggests a specific latent virus site within the trigeminal nerve

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Ophthalmology

    Background:

    • Herpes zoster, commonly known as shingles, is caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV).
    • VZV reactivation typically manifests with a characteristic unilateral, dermatomal rash.
    • Ophthalmic involvement is a known complication, but isolated mandibular nerve zoster is infrequent.

    Observation:

    • A rare case of Herpes zoster exclusively affecting the mandibular nerve is presented.
    • The patient was an 80-year-old male.
    • The clinical presentation involved lesions limited to the distribution of the mandibular nerve.

    Findings:

    • Herpes zoster infection limited to the mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve is uncommon.
    • The study proposes a unique latent site of the varicella-zoster virus within specific neurons of the gasserian ganglion.

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  • This specific neuronal localization is hypothesized to explain the isolated mandibular nerve involvement.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights the diverse clinical presentations of Herpes zoster.
    • Understanding specific viral latency sites may aid in predicting and managing atypical VZV reactivation patterns.
    • Further research into neuronal tropism of VZV could refine diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for trigeminal nerve involvement.