Gürtelrose

shingles

noun GUER-tel-roh-ze Rare

Also means

herpes zoster

Usage Note

Gürtelrose is caused by reactivation of the dormant varicella-zoster virus in adults, producing a painful, blistering rash in a band along a nerve. The name literally means 'belt rash'. A vaccine is available and recommended for older adults.

Examples

"Nach dem Stress erkrankte sie an Gürtelrose auf der rechten Körperseite."

Natural Translation

After the stress she came down with shingles on the right side of her body.

Literal Translation

After the stress she fell ill with shingles on the right body side.

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