Herpes Zoster (HZ) is the result of reactivation of latent varicella zoster virus (VZV) and
occurs most frequently in older adults. Generally, HZ presents as a unilateral, self-limited …

Topical lidocaine is widely used in current practice for a variety of pain conditions. This
literature review shows that its limited absorption and relative lack of systemic adverse …

Transdermal drug delivery systems (TDDS) have many advantages and represent an
excellent alternative to oral delivery and hypodermic injections. TDDS are more convenient …

A double-blind placebo-controlled crossover trial was used to determine the effects of topical
ketamine, an N-methyl-d-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist, on the sensory …

The NCCN Guidelines for Survivorship provide screening, evaluation, and treatment
recommendations for consequences of cancer and cancer treatment to aid healthcare …

Background Herpes zoster (HZ) is a prevalent viral disease that inflicts substantial morbidity
and associated healthcare and socioeconomic burdens. Current treatments are not fully …

Herpes zoster (Hz), which generally presents as a localized, painful cutaneous eruption, is a
common clinical problem, particularly among adults≥ 50 years of age and …

Background: Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS), a regional pain condition caused by trigger
points in muscle or muscle fascia, produces muscle pain, tenderness, and disability. The …

Background: The topical 5% lidocaine medicated plaster is recommended as first-line
treatment for localized peripheral neuropathic pain. Scope: In order to provide an overview …

Background Postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is a refractory complication of herpes zoster (HZ).
To prevent PHN, various strategies have been aggressively adopted. However, the efficacy …