Herpes zoster, also known as shingles, is a viral infection caused by reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus responsible for chickenpox. It commonly presents as a painful, blistering rash distributed along a single dermatome. The condition is more frequent in older adults and immunocompromised individuals. Early treatment with antiviral medications can help reduce symptom severity, shorten disease duration, and lower the risk of complications such as postherpetic neuralgia.
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