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摘要
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
- 出版日期2011-1
