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A Rare Case of Herpes Zoster with C7 Involvement Mimicking Dermatitis: An Elusive Diagnosis

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Herpes Zoster commonly involves thoracic and cranial dermatomal distributions. It is caused by reactivation of the latent varicella-zoster virus (VZV) due to immunosuppression or increasing age. However, uncommon regional presentation for shingles such as the palmar creases, may lead to a misdiagnosis. We report an unusual case of C7 dermatome presentation, prematurely mistaken as contact dermatitis or scabies due to lack of a clustered appearance. Prevention with vaccination is key and so is avoiding delays in diagnosis due to late complications that may arise.

Source: Discoveries

DOI: 10.15190/d.2025.20

Authors: Muhammad Arslan Nizam, Amna Iqbal, Saima Chaudry, Meher Ayyazuddin, Umar Farooq

Institutions: CMH Lahore Medical College and Institute of Dentistry, University of Wah, Wah Medical College, Rawalpindi Medical University, Bellingham Technical College

Language: English

Topic: Herpesvirus Infections and Treatments

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W7124728194

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