Varicella-zoster virus causes chickenpox and is a member of the herpes virus group. It is extremely contagious and causes a ...

In a recent study, the severity and duration of pain was worse in patients with zoster sine herpete (ZSH) than in those with herpes zoster (HZ). And patients with ZSH used more opioids.

We next examined the prevalence of Ramsay Hunt syndrome or zoster sine herpete (VZV-induced facial paralysis) in relation to patient age. The prevalence of VZV-induced facial paralysis in 6- to 15 ...

The virus, which is transmitted via insect bite, seems to be reaching new areas, undergoing genetic changes, and may harm fetuses. This article first appeared in The Checkup, MIT Technology ...

Regarding the laboratory tests explained in the article, the importance of varicella zoster virus (VZV ... such as “herpes sine herpete,” where the typical blisters are lacking, or in zoster ...

Considering taking supplements to treat herpes zoster shingles? Below is a list of common natural remedies used to treat or reduce the symptoms of herpes zoster shingles. Follow the links to read ...

Previous studies have indicated that reactivation of latent varicella zoster virus (VZV) might be associated with relapse in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). Sotelo et al. examined patients ...

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Ebola virus disease is a rare but often deadly condition that causes fever, body aches, diarrhea, and sometimes bleeding inside and outside the body. It's caused by viruses commonly called Ebola ...

Chickenpox (varicella-zoster) is a highly contagious virus that causes flu-like symptoms and an itchy rash that turns into ...

Pediatr Infect Dis J. 2005;24(2):97-101. In conclusion, this study indicates that VZV reactivation is an important cause of acute peripheral facial paralysis in children, especially those 6-15 ...

She also specializes in professional staff development. Chickenpox (varicella-zoster) is a highly contagious virus that causes flu-like symptoms and an itchy rash that turns into blisters that ...