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Shingles and Chickenpox (Varicella-Zoster Virus)

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Description

An in-depth report on the causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of shingles and chicken pox.

Alternative Names

Chicken Pox; Herpes Zoster; Postherpatic Neuralgia

Resources

www.cdc.gov -- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (800-311-3435)
www.vzvfoundation.org -- VZV Research Foundation
www.ihmf.org -- International Herpes Management Forum
www.theacpa.org -- American Chronic Pain Association
www.neuropathy.org -- Neuropathy Association
www.ampainsoc.org -- American Pain Society
www.ninds.nih.gov -- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
www.immunize.org -- Immunization Action Coalition
www.aan.com -- American Academy of Neurology

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