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Abstract
Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) is a ubiquitous virus and is causing both diseases of varicella and herpes zoster. VZV reactivation may lead to neurological complications, including transverse myelitis. However, transverse myelitis caused by VZV reactivation is rare in immunocompetent patients.
Highlights
Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) is a ubiquitous virus and causes both diseases of varicella and herpes zoster occur commonly throughout the world [1]
Case presentation: We reported a case of transverse myelitis caused by VZV in an immunocompetent young patient
Transverse VZV myelitis in an adult immunocompetent patient following cutaneous rash is extremely rare in our context
Summary
Transverse VZV myelitis in an adult immunocompetent patient following cutaneous rash is extremely rare in our context. VZV: Varicella Zoster Virus; MRI: Magnetic Resonance Imaging; DNA: Deoxyribonucleic Acid; PCR: Polymerase Chain Reaction; CSF: Cerebrospinal Fluid; MADRS: Montgomery Asberg Depression Rating Scale; HIV: Human Immunodeficiency Virus; IgG: Immunoglobulin G; CD4: CD4 T Lymphocytes
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