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Herpes simplex infectious disease

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.)

Identifiers
MONDO:0004609
Also known as
Simplexvirus caused disease or disorder · Simplexvirus disease or disorder · Simplexvirus infectious disease
Disease Subtypes
Herpes simplex virus keratitis 2
Congenital herpes simplex virus infection
Herpes simplex encephalitis

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