Surg Cosmet Dermatol. 2017;9(3):261-264
Herpes zoster outbreaks following minor procedures have been documented recently in literature. Since the use of botulinum toxin is nowadays spread in several medical areas for different purposes, it is crucial to study its side effects and complications. Literature review revealed 65 cases of zoster reactivation following minor procedures, and three cases related to BTA injections (two for facial lines treatment and one for chronic migraine). In our case, a 43 year old healthy woman had herpes zoster on the face and scalp after receiving BTA injections for cosmetic purpose, with complete recovery after anti-viral treatment.
Keywords: HERPES ZOSTER OPHTHALMICUS; HERPES ZOSTER; BOTULINUM TOXINS, TYPE A; DERMATOLOGIC SURGICAL PROCEDURES
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