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Risk Factors for Postherpetic Neuralgia
Arch Int Med 157:1217-1224, 11661997., Choo,P.W.,et al, 1997
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Article Abstract
Increased age and prodromal symptoms are associated with higher prevalence of PHN 1 and 2 months after onset of zoster.Overall,systemic acyclovir appears not to confer any protection against PHN,although benefit among elderly patients cannot be excluded.
 
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