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- Title
Shingles.
- Authors
D., Engler; M., Sibanda; H. J., Motubatse
- Abstract
Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is characterised primarily by a painful, blistering skin rash caused by a reactivation of varicella zoster virus from its latent state within a person's body. It is commonly preceded by a unilateral burning pain, tingling sensation and skin tenderness. Postherpetic neuralgia is a common and debilitating complication of herpes zoster and can often impair the quality of life of the affected persons. This article provides a brief overview of shingles, including the clinical manifestations, management and prevention thereof.
- Publication
SA Pharmaceutical Journal Incorporating Pharmacy Management, 2017, Vol 84, Issue 6, p60
- ISSN
2221-5875
- Publication type
Academic Journal