Abstract
Tendency of varicella-zoster virus infection among children and adults has increased in Georgia in recent years. According to the data presented in mention above research severe hemorragic form of varicella-zoster virus infection may develop in immunocompetent adults. Efficiency of treatment depends on timely diagnose and adequate antiviral theraphy of this disease.
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