Shingles (Herpes Zoster) Flashcards

1
Q

define

A

reactivation of the varicella zoster virus

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2
Q

cause

A

herpes zoster

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3
Q

presentation

A

tingling/pain
erythema
dermatomal distribution

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4
Q

what increases the risk of shingles

A

elderly

immunocompromised

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5
Q

what is pain beyond the 4th week called?

A

post herpetic neuralgia

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6
Q

how to reduce risk of post herpetic neuralgia

A

acyclovir

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7
Q

ramsay-hunt syndrome

A
affects CNVII (facial paralysis)
CNVIII (hearing loss)
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