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Extensive Post‐Zoster Keloid Formation in an Immunocompetent Individual: An Unusual Wolf's Isotopic Response

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Extensive keloid formation may develop at the site of healed herpes zoster lesions as a rare Wolf's isotopic response, even in immunocompetent individuals without a medical history of keloid, highlighting the importance of early antiviral therapy to minimize post-herpetic complications.

Source: Clinical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.70826

Authors: Mahesh Mathur, Sumit Paudel, Nabita Bhattarai, Sandhya Regmi, Sambidha Karki

Institution: College of Medical Sciences

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