postherpetic neuralgia

(noun)

Postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is a nerve pain due to damage caused by the varicella zoster virus.

Related Terms

  • herpes zoster
  • varicella zoster virus

Examples of postherpetic neuralgia in the following topics:

  • Viral Skin Diseases

    • Although the zoster rash usually heals within two to four weeks, some sufferers experience residual nerve pain for months or years, a condition called postherpetic neuralgia.
    • Symptomatic treatment is often needed for the complication of postherpetic neuralgia.
    • Antiviral drugs inhibit VZV replication and reduce the severity and duration of herpes zoster with minimal side effects, but do not reliably prevent postherpetic neuralgia.
  • Shingles

    • Although the rash usually heals within two to four weeks, some sufferers experience residual nerve pain for months or years, a condition called postherpetic neuralgia.
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