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Herpes Zoster in Pregnancy
Author(s) -
Schafer Robyn,
Davis Melissa,
Phillippi Julia C.
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
journal of midwifery and women's health
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.543
H-Index - 62
eISSN - 1542-2011
pISSN - 1526-9523
DOI - 10.1111/jmwh.12953
Subject(s) - shingles , medicine , pregnancy , presentation (obstetrics) , vaccination , varicella zoster virus , chickenpox , immunization , pediatrics , virus , obstetrics , virology , immunology , immune system , genetics , biology
Abstract Herpes zoster (shingles) is the reactivation of dormant varicella zoster virus in individuals who previously experienced varicella infection or vaccination. Herpes zoster can occur in pregnancy, although it is rare. This case report describes the clinical presentation and diagnosis of herpes zoster and reviews current recommendations for treatment. Preventative measures and the role of immunization are discussed in addition to clinical implications for intrapartum, postpartum, and newborn care to guide practitioners in caring for women experiencing or exposed to herpes zoster in pregnancy.