Zoster sine herpete.
A 61-year-old man presented with acute facial pain and subsequently developed the rash of herpes zoster in a distal dermatome. Treatment with acyclovir was commenced before development of the rash. The atypical presentation and the benefits of early diagnosis and treatment are discussed.
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Princess of Wales Hospital.
D000212:Acyclovir / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005157:Facial Pain / Q000209:etiology; D006562:Herpes Zoster / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000188:drug therapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged
D000212:Acyclovir