VZV is one of eight herpesviruses known to infect humans, and is associated with vesicular lesions, infection of ... skin eruption involving one to three dermatomes. Skin vesicles may be painful ...

Herpes Zoster. Antiviral therapy is recommended for immunocompetent adults over 50 years of age with herpes zoster, particularly if it can be initiated within 72 hours of lesion onset. The ...

Primary central nervous system (CNS) vasculitis is a rare, frequently misdiagnosed condition that affects the brain and ...

Acne, psoriasis, chickenpox, and other conditions may cause skin lesions. Seek medical attention if you have a rash or an infection or your lesions resemble those caused by MRSA or cellulitis.

This uses a handheld device to "sand" the skin and improve its appearance. It can be used to treat large lesions that are often too big to treat with topical treatments. It leaves the skin red and ...