Pain- PHN Patho Flashcards

1
Q

How does PHN occur?

A

There is reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus which causes sensory nerve damage

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2
Q

Reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus causes what?

A

Shingles

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3
Q

How is PHN distributed?

A

Along the dermatomes of the body

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4
Q

Sensory nerve damage results in what in PHN?

A

Reduced neurite densities

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