Oral acyclovir is recommended for those presenting within 72h of symptoms, or longer if lesions are still appearing
Benefits are greatest in those >50 years, but treatment can be considered for younger patients
PHN is diagnosed when localized neuropathic pain persists beyond three months in the same dermatome(s) affected by acute herpes zoster
Risk factors for PHN are:
Consider neuropathic pain control as appropriate
Varicella Zoster
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