A case of post-herpetic itch resolved with gabapentin

Jared Jagdeo; Daniela Kroshinsky

A case of post-herpetic itch resolved with gabapentin

Jared Jagdeo, Daniela Kroshinsky

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Abstract

Herpes zoster is a skin disease encountered commonly in dermatologic practice. While post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN) is a familiar side effect of this condition, it is not the only neuropathic symptom that can result. Post-herpetic itch (PHI) is less well known, but should be considered when evaluating a patient after an occurrence of zoster. Gabapentin has been successfully used to treat cutaneous pain and pruritus in a variety of conditions. The authors describe a case of PHI successfully treated with a course of gabapentin and propose that this agent be considered for use in patients who present with PHI.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	85-88
Number of pages	4
Journal	Journal of Drugs in Dermatology
Volume	10
Issue number	1
State	Published - Jan 2011
Externally published	Yes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Dermatology

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