A new susceptibility index to predict the risk of severe herpes zoster-associated pain: A Japanese regional population-based cohort study, the Shizuoka study

Approximately 7% –20% of patients with herpes zoster (HZ) develop zoster-associated pain (ZAP). ZAP not only impairs quality of life and psychological well-being, but also can reduce work effectiveness, which has negative economic effects. Reports of ZAP risk factors are inconsistent.

https://www.jdsjournal.com/article/S0923-1811(22)00037-8/fulltext?rss=yes

Source: Journal of Dermatological Science - February 8, 2022 Category: Dermatology Authors: Hideo Hashizume, Eiji Nakatani, Yoko Sato, Haruka Goto, Hiroaki Yagi, Yoshiki Miyachi Source Type: research