Recurrence of Herpes Zoster Infection in the Setting of Topical Immunosuppression for Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp.

ABSTRACT

We present a unique patient with erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp (EPDS) with several unique features (1) a rare case of EPDS occurring after herpes zoster (HZ) infection and (2) the first reported case of recurrence of HZ induced by topical immunosuppressive therapy (clobetasol 0.05% cream and tacrolimus 0.01% cream) in a patient with underlying EPDS. Based on our patient, we recommend to exercise caution with the prolonged use of potent topical steroids in areas previously affected by herpes zoster.