Herpes zoster: when do patients present and who gets antiviral treatment?
INTRODUCTION: Herpes zoster and its sequelae can have a serious impact on quality of life, particularly in the elderly. The duration and severity of herpes zoster symptoms can be reduced with antiviral treatment. Early treatment is most effective. AIM: To identify how soon after onset of herpes zos...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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CSIRO Publishing
2014-06-01
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Series: | Journal of Primary Health Care |
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Online Access: | http://www.rnzcgp.org.nz/assets/documents/Publications/JPHC/June-2014/JPHCOSPWallisJune2014.pdf |