Shingles (Herpes Zoster) Flashcards
1
Q
what is this?
A
reactivation of varicella zoster virus
2
Q
who does this usually present in?
A
elderly
immunocompromised
3
Q
presentation
A
tingling/pain and erythema in dermatomal distribution
4
Q
what is the condition if there is pain beyond week 4?
A
post-herpetic neuralgia
5
Q
when is there a risk of Ramsay-Hunt syndrome?
A
if shingles affects facial nerve causing facial paralysis and 8th CN causes hearing loss
6
Q
is this self-limiting
A
yes
