Differential diagnosis of pain in the face as the presenting complaint can be difficult. We propose an approach based on history and neurological examination, which allows a working diagnosis to be ...

However, this is quite rare. Only 10% to 18% of people who get shingles develop chronic nerve pain, called postherpetic neuralgia, in the area where they had a rash. The pain is believed to be ...

HSV and varicella zoster virus (VZV) are common pathogens of skin and mucous membranes and the CNS. Their rapid and accurate diagnosis is essential for their treatment as well as infection control.

Pinched nerves in the neck commonly cause headaches, muscle spasms, and other symptoms. They can be debilitating, but most of the time, they are treatable without invasive measures. However, sometimes ...