zoster
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of zoster
1595–1605; < Latin zōstēr < Greek zōstḗr girdle
Example Sentences
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The vaccine protects against herpes zoster, a condition that causes a painful rash and can sometimes lead to long-lasting nerve pain.
From Science Daily • Mar. 20, 2026
Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is caused by the reactivation of the chickenpox virus, resulting in a painful rash.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 6, 2025
It is caused by a reactivation of the Herpes zoster virus - the virus that causes chicken pox.
From BBC • Jul. 25, 2024
While the rash most often spreads across one side of the scalp, neck, back or buttocks, the reactivated varicella zoster virus is capable of even worse mischief.
From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2023
Even herpes zoster is prone to come on after a period of worry and anxiety.
From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)
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