Association between Diabetes Mellitus and the Risk of Herpes Zoster: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
CONCLUSION: Individuals with DM have an increased risk of HZ compared to the general population. Varicella vaccination should be provided to individuals with DM regardless of their age, prioritizing older adults and those with cardiovascular disease. Varicella vaccination policies for individuals with DM should be updated based on the evidence.PMID:34536279 | DOI:10.1210/clinem/dgab675
Source: The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism - Category: Endocrinology Authors: Chun-Ta Huang Chi-Yu Lee Heng-You Sung Shu-Jung Liu Po-Chih Liang Ming-Chieh Tsai Source Type: research
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