Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus in Healthy 13-month Infant: An Unforeseen Scenario

Authors

  • Dhavalkumar S Bansode Junior Resident, MGIMS, Sevagram, Wardha, Maharashtra, India
  • Sonia P Jain Professor, MGIMS, Sevagram, Wardha, Maharashtra, India
  • Abhay Deshmukh Assistant Professor, Dept. of Pathology, MGIMS, Sevagram, Wardha, Maharashtra, India
  • Pratiksha Moreshwar Sonkusale Assistant Professor, Dept. of DVL, MGIMS, Sevagram, Wardha, Maharashtra, India

Keywords:

Herpes zoster ophthalmicus, infant, varicella-zoster vaccine, varicella-zoster

Abstract

Herpes zoster (HZ) as well as varicella are caused by varicella-zoster virus. It is uncommon in children. Cases have been reported in literature among all ages from neonate to old age. We report this case of HZ ophthalmicus in a healthy child born to healthy mother with a history of varicella infection in the third trimester (7th month of gestation). Early diagnosis and treatment reduce complications. Preconceptional varicella-zoster vaccine is also a matter of concern.

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Published

2021-10-10

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Case Report

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