Which of the Following May Cause Reactivation of Varicella-Zoster Virus

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following may cause reactivation of varicella-zoster virus as shingles?

• A)developing malignancy
• B)X-ray treatments
• C)immunosuppressive conditions
• D)surgery
• E)All of the choices are correct.

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