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Herpes Zoster
Alternate Names : Shingles
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Herpes Zoster (Shingles), Disseminated
Today's Top News Stories | • | Gene Linked to 'Dry' Macular Degeneration - Aug 27, 2008, 17:00
Study also uncovers risks associated with treating 'wet' form of the eye disease. | • | Magnesium Sulfate Reduces Threat of Cerebral Palsy - Aug 27, 2008, 17:00
Compound given to women at risk of preterm birth cuts risk in half, study finds. | • | Newer Blood Pressure Drug No Better Than Placebo in Preventing Stroke - Aug 27, 2008, 17:00
Patients may need to be on telmisartan longer to see positive effect, researchers say. | • | Low Levels of Brain Chemical May Control Appetite - Aug 27, 2008, 17:00
Finding could lead to new drugs in fight against obesity, study says. | • | Combination Therapy Helps to Combat Myeloma - Aug 27, 2008, 17:00
Adding Velcade to standard drug therapy prolonged survival, study finds. |
Herpes zoster (shingles) normally occurs in a limited area that follows a dermatome (see the "dermatome" picture). In individuals with damaged immune systems, herpes zoster may be widespread (disseminated), causing serious illness. Herpes zoster is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox.
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- Herpes Zoster (Shingles) on the Back
- Adult Dermatome
- Herpes Zoster (Shingles) - Close-Up of Lesion
- Herpes Zoster (Shingles) on the Arm
- Herpes Zoster (Shingles) on the Chest
- Herpes Zoster (Shingles) on the Hand and Fingers
- Herpes Zoster (Shingles) on the Neck and Cheek
- Herpes Zoster (Shingles) on the Hand
- Herpes Zoster (Shingles), Disseminated
- Herpes Zoster (Shingles) on the Back
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• Definition
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