Overview
What is the pathogenesis of herpetic whitlow?
What is the pathophysiology of herpetic whitlow?
How common is herpetic whitlow in the US?
What is the mortality and morbidity of herpetic whitlow?
Is herpetic whitlow more common in males or females?
Why are young children susceptible to herpetic whitlow?
Presentation
What is the clinical history of herpetic whitlow?
How does exposure to herpetic whitlow occur?
What are the physical signs of herpetic whitlow?
DDX
What are the differential diagnoses for Herpetic Whitlow?
Workup
Which lab studies are indicated in the workup of herpetic whitlow?
Treatment
How is herpetic whitlow treated?
Medications
What are the goals of treatment for herpetic whitlow?
Which medications in the drug class Antiviral agents are used in the treatment of Herpetic Whitlow?
Follow-up
What follow-up care is indicated for patients with herpetic whitlow?
Which medications are used for the treatment of herpetic whitlow?
How is herpetic whitlow prevented?
What are the complications of herpetic whitlow?
What is the prognosis of herpetic whitlow?
What education should be provided to patients regarding herpetic whitlow?