Optic neuritis complicating herpes zoster ophthalmicus in an immunocompetent patient
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2014
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A 58-year-old woman presented with rash over the left side of the face and intense acute uveitis. Following careful review of the
symptoms and dilated fundus examination unilateral optic neuritis was discovered. The rash was typical of varicella zoster dermatitis.
Patients presenting with herpes zoster ophthalmicus should always undergo dilated fundus examination, as there is a potential risk of
unexpected posterior segment inflammation. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment can avoid visual sequelae.
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Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus/complications, Case reports, Optic neuritis, Carrier State, Uveitis, Fundus oculi, Herpes Zoster Oftálmico/complicações, Relatos de casos, Portador sadio, Neurite óptica, Fundo de olho, Uveítes
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FREITAS-NETO, Clovis Arcoverde et al. Optic neuritis complicating herpes zoster ophthalmicus in an immunocompetent patient. Revista Brasileira de Oftalmologia, Rio de Janeiro, v. 73, n. 6, p. 386-388, Nov./Dec. 2014.