Atypical Manifestation of VZV Infection in a Vaccinated Immunocompetent Adult
Table 1
Physical examination findings.
General
The patient was lying in a dark room with the eyes closed and was distressed due to pain
Head
Atraumatic and normocephalic
Eyes
Anicteric sclera, no conjunctival pallor, or injection
Neck
Nuchal rigidity noted
Respiratory
Unlabored, symmetric chest rise, on room air, no wheezing noted, and chest clear to auscultation bilaterally
Cardiovascular
Tachycardic, patient in sinus rhythm, and no murmurs appreciated on auscultation
Abdomen
Soft, nontender, nondistended, and no hepatosplenomegaly
Neurological
Alert, attentive, and oriented to time; place person, and situation; cranial nerves two to twelve grossly intact; no loss of muscle bulk or tone; sensations to light touch symmetrical and intact in all extremities; strength 5/5 in all extremities, reflexes 2+ at biceps, triceps, knees, and ankles; normal gait; coordination tested by rapid alternating movements intact in all extremities