Infection: Shingles Flashcards
1
Q
Is shingles common in children?
A
No
2
Q
What causes it?
A
Reactivation of latent VZV
3
Q
Describe the presentation
A
A vesicular eruption in the dermatomal distribution of sensory nerves
4
Q
Where does it most commonly occur?
A
Thoracic region, but any dermatome can be affected
5
Q
Do children suffer from neuralgic pain?
A
Rarely, unlike with adults
6
Q
Shingles in children is more common in those who…
A
Had primary VZV infection in the first year of life
7
Q
Recurrent or multidermatomal shingles is strongly associated with..
A
Underlying immunocompromise e.g HIV
8
Q
How is it treated?
A
In children who are not immunocompromised, antivirals are not required
