About The Medical Condition Herpes Simplex

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Herpes Simplex

Herpes Simplex Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Herpes Simplex Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Herpes Simplex?

A group of acute infections caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 or type 2 that is characterized by the development of one or more small fluid-filled vesicles with a raised erythematous base on the skin or mucous membrane. It occurs as a primary infection or recurs due to a reactivation of a latent infection. (Dorland, 27th ed.)

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