Research Article: Conditions and Factors That Raise the Risk of Developing Skin Lesions After Shingles
Introduction:
Varicella and shingles are both caused by the varicella-shingles virus (VZV). This virus predominantly infects infants, and scarring is common after infection. Studies suggest that the likelihood of scarring after varicella is approximately %, with no significant differences in gender. The clinical manifestations and histopathology of the primary skin lesions due to shingles are extremely similar to those of varicella. Elderly and malnourished patients infected with this virus and having skin lesions can have…
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