Viral Infections Flashcards by Sarah Alshdefat | Brainscape

Q

Varicella zoster, chickenpox,herpes zoster,shingles

A

Treat with aciclovir/valaciclovir(prodrug)

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Chickenpox

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Patient ages 14 years + should take antiviral 24 hours before onset

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Herpes/shingles - tingling sensation, burning and fluid filled blisters

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Shingles will follow the pattern of individual nerves on one side of your body and end up looking like a belt/half a belt around rib cage or torso

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