Multidermatomal herpes zoster in an immunocompetent, fully vaccinated 17-year-old female: a case report

This case underscores the need for clinicians to recognize and manage uncommon diseases such as herpes zoster in the pediatric population, regardless of vaccination status, to prevent adverse outcomes. Although this patient did not have any residual symptoms, mortality, or morbidity, there could be a high probability for complications if there becomes optical or meningeal involvement.

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Journal of Medical Case Reports
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2025-04-05
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-025-05123-3
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Herpesvirus Infections and Treatments
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Multidermatomal herpes zoster in an immunocompetent, fully vaccinated 17-year-old female: a case report

Katherine Teixeira, Shannon Williams, Sarah Morton, Amanda Harding
Journal of Medical Case Reports
Herpesvirus Infections and Treatments
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Multidermatomal herpes zoster in an immunocompetent, fully vaccinated 17-year-old female: a case report

Katherine Teixeira, Shannon Williams, Sarah Morton, Amanda Harding
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Abstract

This case underscores the need for clinicians to recognize and manage uncommon diseases such as herpes zoster in the pediatric population, regardless of vaccination status, to prevent adverse outcomes. Although this patient did not have any residual symptoms, mortality, or morbidity, there could be a high probability for complications if there becomes optical or meningeal involvement.

Journal of Medical Case ReportsVol. 19(1)
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Herpesvirus Infections and Treatments
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