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Herpes Simplex Virus 1 vs. Herpes Simplex Virus 2—Understanding the Difference
Medically reviewed by Anju Goel, MD Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is a common—and one of the most confusing—infections. Two ...
Medscape5d
Genital Herpes: Recognizing the Problem
Genital herpes, usually the result of an infection with herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2), is the most common cause of genital ulceration. The first clinical episode is called primary genital ...
Medscape3d
Understanding Herpes Simplex Virus: Transmission, Diagnosis, and Considerations in Pregnancy Management
and about one-fifth are positive for HSV-2. These two factors contribute to the risk for sexual transmission and therefore to the risk of late-pregnancy acquisition of HSV. Most neonatal herpes ...
Nature5y
Male circumcision: HSV-2 and HPV
Male circumcision reduces the acquisition of herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) and the prevalence of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, reports a new study. These new data complement previous ...