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herpes zoster virus

 

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Noun herpes zoster virus has 1 sense
  1. herpes zoster, herpes zoster virus - a herpes virus that causes shingles
    --1 is a kind of herpes, herpes virus
    --1 has particulars: herpes varicella zoster, herpes varicella zoster virus

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Herpes Zoster Virus

Definition:

The herpes zoster virus, commonly known as the varicella-zoster virus (VZV), is a viral infection that causes the painful skin rash known as shingles. It belongs to the same family of viruses as the herpes simplex virus, which causes genital herpes and cold sores.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. The virus responsible for causing shingles in individuals who have previously had chickenpox.

2. A member of the herpesvirus family, characterized by its ability to establish latent infections within nerve cells.

Usages:

1. John's herpes zoster virus flared up again, causing him immense pain and discomfort.

2. The herpes zoster virus can lead to several complications, including chronic pain and postherpetic neuralgia.

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