Hemidiaphragmatic paralysis: a rare complication of cervical herpes zoster.
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in English
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ABSTRACT
Herpes zoster, a sequel of the reactivation of the varicella zoster virus, usually presents with cutaneous eruptions associated with intense pain and burning sensation in the affected dermatomes. Motor weakness, however, can sometimes complicate herpes zoster. In this report we present a case that had diaphragmatic motor weakness as a sequel of herpes zoster lesions in the neck.
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IMSEAR (South-East Asia)
Main subject:
Respiratory Paralysis
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Humans
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Male
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Neuralgia, Postherpetic
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Herpes Zoster
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Middle Aged
Language:
English
Year:
2006
Type:
Article
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