SUNCT-type headache secondary to herpes zoster virus infection. A case report

Translated title of the contribution: SUNCT-type headache secondary to herpes zoster virus infection. A case report

J F Muñoz-Cerón, A Ricaurte-Fajardo, L A Serna-Corredor, A B Pizarro

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Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Headache is one of the most frequent reasons for medical consultation. The SUNCT type is classified as a primary trigeminal-autonomic headache and should be considered in cases of short-lasting, hemifacial pain associated with autonomic dysfunction. Additionally, in the approach to this disease, secondary causes that facilitate its onset must be ruled out.

CASE REPORT: We describe a case of a new-onset SUNCT-type headache in which involvement of the first branch of the trigeminal nerve due to herpes zoster virus infection was documented six days after the onset of pain.

CONCLUSION: Trigeminal autonomic headaches are usually primary; yet, multiple conditions have been described that are associated with SUNCT-type headaches and have a secondary etiology. Among these, herpes zoster virus infection should be considered at the onset of episodes consistent with SUNCT-type headache unresponsive to medical treatment.

Translated title of the contributionSUNCT-type headache secondary to herpes zoster virus infection. A case report
Original languageSpanish
Pages (from-to)67-69
Number of pages3
JournalRevista de Neurologia
Volume75
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Aug 2022

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