Peripheral Facial Palsy in Geniculate Herpes Zoster Revealing HIV Infection: A Case Report
Journal Title: Journal of Dermatology Research - Year 2024, Vol 5, Issue 1
Abstract
Herpes zoster of the geniculate ganglion is characterized by severe paroxysmal ear pain accompanied by an erythematous vesicular rash involving the external auditory canal. Most people with herpes zoster have associated immunodepression of any type. We report a case of PFP in a patient living with HIV during geniculate herpes zoster.
Authors and Affiliations
Toure Mariama Saliou1*, Savane Moussa1,2, Kante Mamadou Diouldé1, Yombouno Emmanuel1, Barry Mamadou Aliou Bademba1, Toure Almyassata1, Camara Issiaga1, Keita Fatimata1,2, Diane Boh Fanta1,2, Keita Moussa1,2, Tounkara Thierno Mamadou1,2, Soumah Mohamed Maciré1,2, Cisse Mohamed1,2
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