herpes zoster

noun

: shingles

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The vaccine protects against a condition called herpes zoster, more commonly known as shingles. —

Melissa Rudy, Fox News, 1 Nov. 2024 The virus can reactivate later in life in those who have had chickenpox, leading to shingles (herpes zoster). —

Carrie Madormo, Rn, Health, 3 Nov. 2024 However, the use of live vaccines (such as for herpes zoster or polio) are no longer commonplace in the U.S., and so this risk is unlikely to be a consideration for most people with lupus. —

Markham Heid, TIME, 8 Aug. 2024 Textural skin changes Activation of herpes zoster infection (for people with herpes) Precautions and post-treatment care instructions focus on protecting your skin from sun damage. —

Michelle Pugle, Verywell Health, 22 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for herpes zoster

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, literally, girdle herpes

First Known Use

1807, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of herpes zoster was in 1807

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“Herpes zoster.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/herpes%20zoster. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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