Mar 26, 2025 · This article looks at what disseminated shingles is, who it may affect, symptoms, possible complications, and treatment.

Apr 24, 2024 · Disseminated zoster can include generalized skin eruptions where the lesions occur outside of the primary or adjacent dermatomes. It can be difficult to distinguish from varicella.

May 14, 2025 · Disseminated shingles is a complication of shingles where the rash covers a wider area, more than 20 lesions besides the main rash and affecting more than one or two of the body’s 31 …

In disseminated zoster, the rash can include generalized skin eruptions where the lesions occur outside of the primary or adjacent dermatomes. Those affected are typically immunocompromised.

Dec 2, 2025 · While this localized presentation is the most frequent form of shingles, a far more serious and less common variant exists called disseminated shingles. This widespread infection signals a …

Nov 20, 2025 · Herpes zoster can be spread by touching an infected person’s blisters. Disseminated herpes zoster can be spread through contact with droplets from the nose and throat of someone who …

May 9, 2025 · During the initial evaluation of a patient with herpes zoster, it is important to exclude signs and symptoms of complicated zoster. This includes disseminated disease or involvement of the eye, …

Oct 3, 2025 · This broader rash is what doctors call a disseminated rash. Because the virus is no longer confined, it can also sneak into internal organs, leading to complications like hepatitis, pneumonitis, …

Sep 12, 2025 · Shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful, itchy rash. Read more about the symptoms and risks of shingles and how to treat it.

Dec 21, 2022 · If untreated, shingles can spread to other parts of the body, becoming disseminated shingles.¹ This article outlines what disseminated shingles look like, the causes, treatment, and …