Abstract
We report a case of disseminated herpes zoster in a pregnant patient positive for the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Disseminated zoster was the first manifestation of HIV infection in this patient. In HIV-positive patients, zoster may be complicated by cutaneous dissemination, visceral involvement and death. Intravenous acyclovir may prevent serious sequelae in both mother and fetus.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 463-464 |
| Number of pages | 2 |
| Journal | American Journal of Perinatology |
| Volume | 10 |
| Issue number | 6 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Jun 1993 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus Subject Areas
- Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
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