HERPES ZOSTER - O que é? Como cuidar? Por Luiz Gameiro, dermatologista

This disease, caused by the reactivation of the chickenpox virus (varicella zoster virus), causes acute neuritis. Pain, which occurs on only one side of the body (unilateral), is the main symptom and the most bothersome. SKIN LESIONS, clustered blisters (vesicles), usually appear 1 or 2 days after the onset of pain and in the same affected area. Healing occurs in about 3 weeks. More common in the elderly, this condition is caused by a weakened immune system and can eventually lead to an unpleasant chronic problem, postherpetic neuritis. Watch until the end, understand what HERPES ZOSTER is and how to take care of it to avoid complications. The content of this VIDEO is for educational purposes only. It should never be used for self-diagnosis or self-medication. If you experience any signs or symptoms, ALWAYS SEEK A DOCTOR. Sources: UptoDate. Herpes Zoster. October 2020. LUIZ GAMEIRO CRM/SP 102134 - RQE 24960 Dermatologist - Jundiaí/SP Website: https://clinicagameiro.com.br Instagram:   / luiz_gameiro   LinkedIn:   / luiz-game.  . Facebook:   / clinicagamei.  .