Treatment of Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus with Moderate to Severe Facial Pain

This protocol applies to patients with herpes zoster ophthalmicus who are experiencing moderate to severe facial pain. The pain burden in this presentation is a key factor shaping the treatment strategy, warranting an approach that addresses both viral activity and inflammatory pain.

Management combines oral antiviral therapy with oral corticosteroids. The addition of oral corticosteroids is specifically indicated in this scenario: they have been shown to significantly shorten healing time and reduce symptoms in patients with moderate to severe pain.

Agent selection, specific options, and full treatment duration are detailed in the complete protocol.