Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus Flashcards

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HZO

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reactivation of VZV affectin gthe ophthalmic nerve

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HZO presentations

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  • painful vesicular rash forehead, upper eyelid and nose (hutchinson’s sign)
  • conjunctivitis, keratitis, uveitis, possible vision loss
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HZO risk factors

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imm suppressed, aging

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HZO Mx

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PO antiviral: aciclovir

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