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Herpes Zoster: Clinical Aspects, Complications and Role of Physical Activity in Adults in Albania

Esmeralda Meta, Dhimitraq Stratoberdha, Pellumb Pipero

Published in JPASE Journal (Volume 2, Issue 2, December 2015)

Received: 1 December 2015
Accepted: 1 December 2015
Published: 2 December 2015
ISSN: 2308-5045
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Abstract

Herpes Zoster is the reactivation of the Varicella Zoster Virus in adults in terms of reduction of immunity as a result of various causes. The virus lies dormant in the roots of the dorsal ganglia spinal cord for years after the expiration of the pri- mary infection in the form of chickenpox in childhood. Although in most cases passes as a limited self rash accompanied by pain, shingles can make and heavy evolutions , even serious complications. This study offers an overview of clinical, complications, role of sport activity of Herpes Zoster in adults.. We studied 123 cases from 15 - 90 years old January 2009 - December 2013. We classified them based on route of transmission , the immune status dominated immunocom- petents 62.3%.HZ occurs and to sportsmen, team sports, martial arts or dealing spots close bodily contact, water sports from the use of common towels. According to clinical data, constitute the main weight pre herpetic pain 77%, the prodro- mal signs. Based on the type of vesicles, 68.8% simple, with frequent dissemination in the thoracic area of 39%, followed by those in the region of the head and less lumbar - sacral. PHN as dominant complication in 44% of cases, followed by meningitis, keratitis and encephalitis. The initial assessment should indicate the possibility of atypical manifestations . After initial treatment, further care directed towards the occurrence of complications. To athletes it is advisable calm to herpetic vesicles phase; and after easier physical activity in the medium; as walking, swimming or cycling that influence the growth of immunity Pain relief should be the primary concern.

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JPASE Journal (Volume 2, Issue 2, December 2015)
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2308-5045
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53
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Herpes Zoster, Adults, Albania.
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Herpes Zoster, Adults, Albania.

Herpes Zoster is an acute infection caused by reac- tivation of the latent varicella zoster virus, which mainly affects adults. The cause of reactivation is un- known, but it is linked to stress, aging, and immune impairment. It is characterized by the development of painful vesicular skin eruptions that follow the un- derlying route of cranial or spinal nerves inflamed by the virus.

As more children are vaccinated against chickenpox, adult immunity against herpes zoster is decreased. The total duration of the disease from onset to com- plete recovery varies from 10 days to 5 weeks. It is estimated that about 50% of people who live to age 80 will have an attack of herpes zoster Pain often de- velops along affected skin and persists for months af- ter resolution of the rash.

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