Shingles in one family practice
P. Richards
One hundred twenty-four patients presented with herpes zoster in a
small-town, solo practice between 1983 and 1992. This article reviews the
clinical features and natural history of herpes zoster, followed by a
description of the cases seen in the study practice. This common disease,
easily diagnosed and treated by the family physician, usually responds well
to treatment with acyclovir.
