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Herpes simplex neuropathy

G B Krohel, J R Richardson, D F Farrell

    Neurology
    |June 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Herpes simplex neuralgia can mimic postherpetic neuralgia, leading to atypical facial pain and trigeminal nerve sensory loss. Carbamazepine offered symptomatic relief in a patient with recurrent herpes simplex virus infections.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Recurrent herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections can cause persistent neurological complications.
    • Trigeminal neuralgia is a common condition characterized by facial pain.

    Observation:

    • A patient with a history of recurrent herpes simplex neuralgia over 8 years developed atypical facial pain and permanent sensory loss in the trigeminal nerve's second and third divisions.
    • Intravenous cytosine arabinoside was ineffective in preventing recurrent vesicular eruptions.

    Findings:

    • Carbamazepine provided symptomatic pain relief for the patient.
    • Herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection can present similarly to herpes zoster, causing postherpetic neuralgia.
    • This case suggests HSV as a potential cause of atypical facial pain and trigeminal sensory neuropathy.

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    Implications:

    • Highlights the importance of considering herpes simplex virus (HSV) in the differential diagnosis of atypical facial pain and trigeminal sensory neuropathy.
    • Suggests that prompt diagnosis and management of HSV infections may prevent long-term neurological sequelae.
    • Emphasizes the role of carbamazepine in managing pain associated with herpetic neuralgias.