Question

A 37-year-old man with HIV presents with widespread vesicular rash in dermatomal distribution; pain precedes rash. What is the best term for this diagnosis and first-line treatment?

Accepted Answer

Herpes zoster; oral aciclovir

Answer

Varicella; oral aciclovir

Answer

Herpes simplex; topical aciclovir

Answer

Varicella; IV aciclovir

Answer

Herpes zoster; no treatment

Practice question

A 37-year-old man with HIV presents with widespread vesicular rash in dermatomal distribution; pain precedes rash. What is the best term for this diagnosis and first-line treatment?