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 |
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- Dermatology
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Jagdeo, J., & Kroshinsky, D. (2011). A case of post-herpetic itch resolved with gabapentin. Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 10(1), 85-88.