Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus in Healthy 13-month Infant: An Unforeseen Scenario
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https://doi.org/10.59793/a1m1q402Keywords:
Herpes zoster ophthalmicus,, infant,, varicella-zoster vaccine,, varicella-zosterAbstract
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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