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. 2000;4(1):7-11.
doi: 10.1007/s11916-000-0003-9.

The role of stress in the development of herpes zoster and postherpetic neuralgia

J M Livengood  1
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The role of stress in the development of herpes zoster and postherpetic neuralgia

J M Livengood. Curr Rev Pain. 2000.

Abstract

Chronic pain is a multidimensional experience produced by multiple influences. This article examines the intervening role of psychologic and physiologic stress in the development and pathogenesis of prolonged herpes zoster and postherpetic neuralgia.

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