PMC3481801_01
Vesiculopustular lesions localized to the face
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Physical examination revealed an eruption of numerous vesicles and pustules, localized to the face [Figure 1].
Multinucleated giant cells (Leishman stain, x100)
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Tzanck smear from the intact vesicle showed multinucleated giant cells [Figure 2].
Healed lesions after antiviral therapy
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Patient improved with oral acyclovir 400 mg thrice daily along with oral cloxacillin 500 mg four times daily and skin lesions cleared completely by the tenth day [Figure 3].