2018
DOI: 10.17925/enr.2018.13.2.116
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Herpes Zoster Radiculopathy in a Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patient – A Case Report

Abstract: Background:Motor neuropathy is an extremely rare herpes complication, with a mere prevalence of 0.5–5%. The case of segmental zoster paresis of limbs, resulting from motor radiculopathy, is especially limited, with cervical and thoracic segments being the least frequent.Setting:Neurology outpatient clinic. CaseDescription:We report a case of a 16-year-old female who presented sudden-onset right upper extremity weakness, a week after her herpes zoster lesions first appeared. As she was diagnosed with systemic l… Show more

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“…Although often uncomplicated, complications do occur. These may include postherpetic neuralgia occurring in 10-15% of cases, superimposed skin infection in 2% of cases, herpes zoster ophthalmicus in 2% of cases, herpes zoster oticus in 1% of cases, and motor neuropathy and radiculopathy in 4.5-5% of cases [3,4]. Radiculopathy can affect the sacral nerve roots and cause urinary voiding dysfunctions.…”
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confidence: 99%
“…Although often uncomplicated, complications do occur. These may include postherpetic neuralgia occurring in 10-15% of cases, superimposed skin infection in 2% of cases, herpes zoster ophthalmicus in 2% of cases, herpes zoster oticus in 1% of cases, and motor neuropathy and radiculopathy in 4.5-5% of cases [3,4]. Radiculopathy can affect the sacral nerve roots and cause urinary voiding dysfunctions.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%