Viruses Flashcards
What is the clinical name for HSV1?
Primary Herpetic Gingivostomatitis
What part of the body does HSV2 affect?
Genital
What sites does Primary Herpetic Gingivostomatitis present?
KERATINISED TISSUE (the gingiva + hard palate, dorsum of the tongue) + Lips
State IO/EO presentation of HSV-1?
- herpetic mouth ulcers (initially 2-3mm vesicle that ruptures in 2-3 days + heals within 7-10 days)
- erythematous gingivitis (glossy gums)
- lips erosions
- cervical lymphadenopathy
- pharyngotonsillitis (severe)
If a pt presents with HSV1 on clinic, what do you do?
- only emergency tx
- avoid AGP
- Enforce standard precaution /Full PPE (eye protection for all)
- Extra care for child or immunocompromised
After recovery, how does HSV 1 present?
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HSV1 lies dormant in the DORSAL ROOT GANGLION
Presenting as HERPES LABIALIS (cold sores) when reactivated by:
- intense sunlight/ UV
- trauma/ post op
- immunosuppression
- menstruation
How does herpes labialis present?
- vermilion border of the lips
- ruptures in 2-3 days + heals in 10 days
- if gold crust= s.aureus
- prodromal tingling 24hrs before
What is recurrent intraoral HSV?
= localised collection of vesicles that coalesce + ulcerate
- presents on keratinised surfaces (esp. hard palate near greater palatine + attached gingiva)
- prodromal tingling before
- happens after dental tx often
Often misdiagnosed as LA necrosis (differential)
What is the name of the condition when HSV1 affects the digits?
Herpetic whitlow
- affects skin of digits, saliva from pts is risk factor
What other condition is HSV1 associated with?
Erythema Multiforme
State the management of HSV1:
a) diagnosis?
diagnosis = normally CLINICAL
If unclear:
1. immunofluorescence
2. PCR
3. Viral culture (takes too long)
State the management of HSV1:
a) treatment ?
- Chlorhexidine (antiseptic m/w)
- Encourage fluid intake (A&E if severely dehydrated)
- Simple analgesics (paracetamol)
- Education (avoid close contact, not sharing formites)
- acyclovir 200mg tablets x5/day for 5 days
Prevention:
SPF 50
Topical acyclovir 5%/ penciclivor 1%
If severe/frequent, systemic acyclovir prophylaxis 200-400mg bd for 9months
List and describe the clinical features seen in primary herpetic gingivostomatitis? Name the organism responsible.
Primary herpetic gingivostomatitis
* Causative agent: herpes simplex virus 1
- Route of transmission: direct contact e.g., with sores, saliva
- Clinical features: multiple herpetic mouth ulcers, diffuse gingivitis, cervical lymphadenitis, fever, malaise, irritability and fever, anorexia
- Reactivation of HSV1 triggered by: sunlight, trauma, immunosuppression + others
- Management: antiseptic mouthwash to prevent secondary bacteria infection, fluid intake (dehydration risk), simple analgesics e.g. paracetamol/ibuprofen, prevention of spread by avoiding close contacts and aciclovir suspension
What does the Varicella Zoster Virus cause?
Chicken pox (primary)
Shingles (secondary reactivation)
What is the causative agent of Varicella Zoster Virus?
HHV3 (Human herpesvirus 3)
What is the presentation chickenpox?
Taha’s werid party
Initial site: droplet infection in upper respiratory tract
General pres: itchy macopapular skin lesion. Site - back, cheek, face 2-3 weeks after initial infection, self-resolving
Oral presentation- ulceration in palate + fauces
What is the presentation shingles?
- underlying sign of malignancy or immunosuppresion (e.g. AIDs, Hodgkin’s lymphoma, organ transplant)
Affects one side:
- single dermatome trunk (back)
- predilection for CN5 + 7
- ORAL LESIONS ARE ALSO ON THE SAME SIDE AS TRUNK AFFECTED (unilateral)
What conditions are associated with shingles?
- Post-herpetic neuralgia
- Ramsay Hunt Syndrome
- Opthalmic herpes zoster (V1)
- Maxillary (V2) + Mandibular (V3) herpes zoster
What is post Herpetic Neuralgia and tx?
ATM
- Continuous pain on the same side as the shingle
- Re-activation from DRG or CN ganglia
Tx?
- Prevention: systemic acyclovir
- Tx: Gabapentin, tricyclic antidepressant
analgesics, topical pain relief (lidocaine), manage neuropathic pain
What is Ramsay Hunt Syndrome?
this is when VZV affects CN7 geniculate ganglion, leading to:
- lower motor neuron paralysis
- vesicular lesion on external auditory meatus (–> temp or perm deafness)
-altered taste
-dizziness
- palatal vesicles
What is ophthalmic herpes zoster?
Once VZV reaches CN5 V1, it leads to:
- corneal scarring
- loss of vision
- urgent referral to ophthalmology
What is Maxillary (V2) & mandibular (V3) herpes zoster?
VZV affecting branches V2 +V3 of trigeminal CN (V)
Presents as:
-Vesicles in face skin & mucosa
-Teeth & gingiva pain
-Lymphadenopathy (malaise & pyrexia)
What is the treatment for Shingles?
- Acyclovir or Famciclovir
- Tx w/in 72hrs before onset to reduce viral load + decrease severity + pain
- Increased risk if >50 yr old
- IV antivirals if immunocompromised
- Ophthalmic assessment + antivirals if V1 involvement
- Pain relief - analgesics, opioids (severe)
- Ear examination if Ramsay Hunt Syndrome
What is the name of the virus that causes infectious mononucleosis aka glandular fever?
Epstein- Barr Virus