Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology (Apr 2024)
Death Caused by Disseminated Herpes Zoster in a Patient with Multiple Myeloma: A Case Report and Literature Review
Abstract
Yang Bo, Xiaojing Zhong, Yanping Xiang, Qingjun Ren, Pingsheng Hao Department of Dermatology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, People’s Republic of ChinaCorrespondence: Pingsheng Hao, Department of Dermatology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 39 Shi-Er-Qiao Road, Jinniu District, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610072, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86138 8196 5024, Fax +86-28-87732407, Email [email protected]: We report a fatal case of disseminated herpes zoster in a patient with multiple myeloma, illustrating the severe risks immunocompromised individuals face from viral infections. By combining a detailed case report with an extensive literature review, the paper seeks to shed light on the underlying susceptibility factors for varicella-zoster virus infection in multiple myeloma patients. We further evaluate effective prophylactic protocols for herpes zoster, aiming to equip clinicians with improved therapeutic strategies. The case underscores the critical need for vigilant clinical assessments and tailored patient management to mitigate infection risks and enhance patient outcomes.Keywords: multiple myeloma, disseminated herpes zoster, antiviral prophylaxis, immunodeficiency
