Zoster in Infancy: Report of a Case
2010
Zoster in Infancy: A Case Report
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Zinelabidine Kaoutar, Meziane Meriame, Mikou Oufae, Mernissi Fatima Zahra
Primary Institution: Service de Dermatologie, CHU Hassan II, Fès, Maroc
Conclusion
Zoster in infants is rare but can occur, typically presenting with fever and headaches without post-herpetic pain, and complications are uncommon.
Supporting Evidence
- Zoster in infants is often linked to intrauterine exposure to the varicella-zoster virus.
- Complications from zoster in infants are rare, typically involving secondary bacterial infections.
- The infant presented with vesicular lesions and fever, leading to a clinical diagnosis of zoster.
Takeaway
This study talks about a baby who got chickenpox rash, which is unusual for infants, and how it was treated successfully.
Methodology
Clinical diagnosis based on the appearance of grouped vesicular lesions and treatment with acyclovir.
Limitations
The case report is based on a single patient, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
An 11-month-old abandoned infant with no notable medical history.
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