Predictors of Postherpetic Neuralgia: A Prospective Study From Eastern Nepal
In our study, the prevalence of PHN was quite high (18.2%) despite timely antiviral treatment and regular follow-up. An age of more than 50 years, prolonged prodromal pain, and diabetes were the most significant predictors of PHN. Hence, early intervention and frequent follow-up of those individuals are recommended.
Authors
- Suchana Marahatta (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3542-0350)
- Shivendra Kumar Jha
- Ashish Ghimire (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7883-0141)
Institutions
- Sukraraj Tropical & Infectious Disease Hospital (NP)
- B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (NP)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology
- Published
- 2025-04-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1111/jocd.70136
- Citations
- 3
- Primary Topic
- Herpesvirus Infections and Treatments
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 4.06
Funders
- University Grants Commission
- University Grants Commission- Nepal