Reactivation of varicella virus in a posterior root ganglion results in______________?

Correct answer: B. Herpes zoster

  • A. chicken pox
  • B. Herpes zoster
  • C. Herpes simplex
  • D. Poliomyelitis

Explanation

Varicella-zoster virus remains latent in sensory root or cranial nerve ganglia after chickenpox. Its reactivation produces herpes zoster, with vesicles limited to the affected dermatome.

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