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Prolonged Pre‐Eruptive Phase of Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus in Immunocompetent Athlete: A Case of Delayed Diagnosis and Management Challenges

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: ABSTRACT Herpes zoster ophthalmicus should be considered in patients with intractable headache and eye pain, even without rash or classic risk factors. Early recognition of the pre‐eruptive phase and prompt antiviral therapy are crucial to prevent severe complications, including permanent vision loss or blindness.

Source: Clinical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.70399

Authors: Sharanya Kumar, Rahul Tuli, Abdulsattar Mohammed, Brandon Duong, Kelly Downey

Institutions: Riverside University Health System - Medical Center, University of California, Riverside

Language: English

Topic: Herpesvirus Infections and Treatments

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,820