Which correctly matches the disease caused by VZV virus?

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Shingles is caused by the reactivation of latent VZV virus that migrates along sensory nerves and causes painful lesions in a specific region of the body. This reactivation is often associated with a drop in cell-mediated immunity, which makes choice D the correct match. Chickenpox, on the other hand, is caused by primary VZV infection and is characterized by the appearance of itchy rashes and fever. It can also lead to latency and subsequent reactivation as shingles, but this is not the disease caused by the primary infection. Therefore, choice B and C are incorrect matches. Finally, VZV is not carried in blood, which makes A an incorrect match.

Which Correctly Matches the Disease Caused by VZV Virus