Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus: Clinical Profile in Adults less than 30 years of age
Journal Title: Nasza Dermatologia Online - Year 2012, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
Introduction: To establish the clinical profile of Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus (HZO) in individuals less than 30 years of age and to correlate clinical manifestation with their immune status. Materials and methods: A retrospective chart review was performed of patients younger than 30 years of age who presented with HZO from June 2010 to June 2011. Data was collected on their demographics, medical history, clinical presentation, results of serological investigations, and visual outcome. A detailed evaluation of clinical profile with ocular implications and a sequel was done in each case. Results: The mean age of the patients was 23.25 years. Ophthalmic features presented included lid edema, ptosis, keratitis, and superficial punctate keratitis with dry eye, optic neuritis. None of them was found to be HIV positive. Final visual acuity was 20/40 or better in 90% of the subjects. Conclusion: Immunocompetent young adults do present with features of HZO. However, the disease spectrum in HIV-negative patients is localized, less severe, and more amenable to therapy.
Authors and Affiliations
Vijayalekshmi Sujatha, Mudianur Padmajothi, Hariharasubramony Ambika, Chankramath Sujatha
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