Question

which of the following conditions results from a herpes zoster virus infection of the nerve root?
a guillain - barré syndrome
b multiple sclerosis
c myasthenia gravis
d shingles

Explanation:

• Guillain - Barré syndrome is often associated with infections like Campylobacter jejuni, not specifically Herpes zoster virus infection of the nerve root.
• Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease of the central nervous system with no direct link to Herpes zoster virus infection of the nerve root.
• Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disorder affecting the neuromuscular junction, not related to Herpes zoster virus infection of the nerve root.
• Shingles (herpes zoster) is caused by the re - activation of the varicella - zoster virus (a type of Herpes virus) which can infect the nerve root.

Answer:

D. shingles