Peripheral Nerve Stimulation Effective for Postherpetic Neuralgia
PNS can be beneficial for chronic intractable pain secondary to postherpetic neuralgia.
Postherpetic Neuralgia
Low-Level Laser Therapy May Reduce Incidence of Postherpetic Neuralgia
Patients who received LLLT within 5 days of herpes zoster eruption had a significantly reduced incidence of PHN.
Stellate Ganglion Block Improves Photophobia in Postherpetic Neuralgia
At 6 months after the intervention, the patient reported a significant reduction in pain score.
Medicated Lidocaine Patches Improve Sleep, Quality of Life in PHN
Quality of sleep and pain intensity improved over the 8-week treatment period.
Stroke Risk More Than Doubles After Shingles Diagnosis
Chance of stroke and myocardial infarction increased most in the first week after diagnosis.
Increased Risk of Herpes Zoster in RA, Prednisone Dose
Herpes zoster reactivation can cause shingles.
Autoantibodies in Shingles Virus May Drive Postherpetic Neuralgia
The findings suggest that anti-cytokine immunodeficiency may contribute to development of PHN.
Evidence for Gabapentin for Headache Promising, but Preliminary
There is not enough evidence to support gabapentin’s use as a primary headache treatment.
Herpes Zoster Vaccine Reduces Postherpetic Neuralgia Risk in Shingles
The researchers recommend that older adults be vaccinated to prevent long-term complications of shingles.
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