research Wolf's isotopic response: Trichophyton rubrum folliculitis appearing on a herpes zoster scar 28 citations , October 2000 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A fungal infection developed on a herpes scar and was successfully treated with antifungal medication.
research Localization of varicella-zoster virus nucleic acids and proteins in human skin 25 citations , December 1995 in “Neurology” The research found that chickenpox virus spreads in skin through blood then to skin cells, while shingles virus moves from nerves to hair follicle areas before infecting skin cells.
research Thermographic Follow-up of a Mild Case of Herpes Zoster 6 citations , September 2010 in “Archives of Dermatology” Thermography matched the patient's pain levels in a shingles case and might help diagnose shingles without a rash.
research Keloids After Herpes Zoster: Report of Wolf’s Isotopic Phenomenon and Literature Review 3 citations , August 2023 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Keloids can form at the site of a healed herpes zoster infection, but the reason is unclear.
research Permanent Localized Hair Repigmentation Following Herpes Zoster Infection 3 citations , May 2010 in “Archives of dermatology” Herpes zoster infection can cause permanent hair color change in the affected area.