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shinglesCommon name for herpes zoster, a disease characterized by infection of sensory nerves, with pain and eruption of blisters along the course of the affected nerves. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Shingles, also called herpes zoster, develops when a person previously infected with chickenpox experiences a reactivation of the dormant virus. MRI can detect inflammatory changes (such as those caused by herpes zoster infection and otitis media) and Bell's palsy (which can involve the facial nerve); therefore, it can help distinguish inflammation from tumor. Goldman, "Universal Varicella Vaccination: Efficacy Trends and Effect on Herpes Zoster," International Journal of Toxicology 24, no. |
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