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  • Title: An updated approach to treating and preventing herpes zoster.
    Author: Garrubba C, Donkers K.
    Journal: JAAPA; 2013 Dec; 26(12):56-9. PubMed ID: 24270038.
    Abstract:
    Varicella zoster virus (VZV) causes chickenpox and herpes zoster. Herpes zoster is a common infection in older adults and can lead to potentially debilitating postherpetic neuralgia. This article reviews the diagnosis and management of herpes zoster, including strategies to reduce disease frequency and severity with the herpes zoster vaccine.
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