scholarly journals Varicella zoster virus and meningitis in immunocompetent patients: Specificity and questions

2022 ◽  
Vol 13 ◽  
pp. 100125
Author(s):  
Marion Gaudin ◽  
Clément Theïs ◽  
Natacha Mrozek ◽  
Amélie Brebion ◽  
Cécile Henquell ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Varicella Zoster Virus ◽  
Varicella Zoster ◽  
Immunocompetent Patients

scholarly journals Reactivation of Varicella Zoster Virus after Vaccination for SARS-CoV-2

Vaccines ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 572
Author(s):  
Mina Psichogiou ◽  
Michael Samarkos ◽  
Nikolaos Mikos ◽  
Angelos Hatzakis
Keyword(s):  
Adverse Event ◽  
Herpes Zoster ◽  
T Cell ◽  
Varicella Zoster Virus ◽  
Time Window ◽  
Vaccine Safety ◽  
Cell Mediated Immunity ◽  
Varicella Zoster ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Immunocompetent Patients

Seven immunocompetent patients aged > 50 years old presented with herpes zoster (HZ) infection in a median of 9 days (range 7–20) after vaccination against SARS-CoV-2. The occurrence of HZ within the time window 1–21 days after vaccination defined for increased risk and the reported T cell-mediated immunity involvement suggest that COVID-19 vaccination is a probable cause of HZ. These cases support the importance of continuing assessment of vaccine safety during the ongoing massive vaccination for the COVID-19 pandemic and encourage reporting and communication of any vaccination-associated adverse event.

scholarly journals Varicella Zoster Virus Meningitis with Absence of Rash in an Immunocompetent Child

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-2
Author(s):  
Mariam Lagrine ◽  
Karima El fakiri ◽  
Noureddine Rada ◽  
Ghizlane Draiss ◽  
Nabila Soraa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cerebrospinal Fluid ◽  
Varicella Zoster Virus ◽  
Clinical Condition ◽  
Neurological Complications ◽  
Varicella Zoster ◽  
Immunocompetent Child ◽  
Hiv Test ◽  
Rapid Hiv Test ◽  
Immunocompetent Patients ◽  
Csf Examination

Only a few cases in the literature have ever reported the reactivation of the varicella zoster virus (VZV) in children especially in the case of immunocompetent patients. It is an uncommon situation that may lead to several neurological complications. We report varicella zoster virus (VZV) meningitis in a 14-year-old healthy boy with no antecedent of rash. On his cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) examination, VZV DNA was detected. The rapid HIV test was negative. The treatment using acyclovir (20 mg/kg/8h) was effective, and the child’s clinical condition rapidly improved.

scholarly journals Atypical Presentation of Aseptic Meningitis Due to Varicella Zoster: A Case Report

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 440-442
Author(s):  
Sharon Jia ◽  
Thuyvi Luong
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Varicella Zoster Virus ◽  
Aseptic Meningitis ◽  
Atypical Presentation ◽  
Emergency Physicians ◽  
Varicella Zoster ◽  
Intravenous Acyclovir ◽  
Immunocompetent Patients

Introduction: Varicella zoster virus (VZV) meningitis is primarily an infection of the immuno-compromised. However, it can also affect immunocompetent individuals. Reactivation of VZV typically presents with a distinct dermatomal rash suggestive of varicella zoster, but there have also been reports of VZV meningitis presenting without a rash. Case Report: We describe a case of VZV meningitis in a healthy, 30-year-old male presenting to the emergency department shortly after receiving his first coronavirus disease 2019 vaccination. He was treated with intravenous acyclovir and then discharged home on oral valacyclovir. Conclusion: Emergency physicians should consider aseptic meningitis in immunocompetent patients presenting with atypical headaches in this population.

scholarly journals A Rare Case of an Immunocompetent Male With Zoster Meningitis

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
pp. 232470962095221
Author(s):  
Mohammed Ali Faluk ◽  
Shraddhadevi Makadia ◽  
Ramy Abdelmaseih ◽  
S. Mustajab Hasan ◽  
Khalid Abusaada
Keyword(s):  
Herpes Zoster ◽  
Virus Infection ◽  
Varicella Zoster Virus ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Varicella Zoster Virus Infection ◽  
Immunocompromised Patients ◽  
Varicella Zoster ◽  
Immunocompetent Patients ◽  
Uncommon Complication

Varicella zoster meningitis is an uncommon complication of herpes zoster, especially in immunocompetent patients. We report a case of a healthy 45-year-old male who developed aseptic meningitis as a result of reactivated varicella zoster virus infection. This case highlights the importance of remaining cognizant of varicella zoster virus as a cause of meningitis in not only the elderly or immunocompromised patients but also in patients who are healthy.

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