Shingles: Vaccinate Adults Over 50
Post-herpetic neuralgia can persist for months. The recombinant zoster vaccine is 90% effective.
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Medical writers
Reactivation of latent varicella-zoster virus. Painful unilateral rash following a dermatome.
Treatment
Antivirals (aciclovir, valaciclovir) within 72 hours reduce duration and complications.
Ophthalmic zoster is a sight-threatening emergency.
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