Herpes Simplex


Herpes simplex is a recurrent vesicular eruption of mucocutaneous surfaces due to HSV infections. It is a painful eruption.

Signs and Symptoms:
  • First outbreaks are longer and more sever than recurrent eruptions
  • Prodromal tingling, burning, or frank pain with lymphadenopathy
  • Fever, discomfort, malaise, and edema on involved area
  • Grouped vesicles on erythematous base
  • Recurrent infections are limited to mucocutaneous areas
Treatments:
  1. Acyclovir ointments
  2. Oral or IV acyclovir
  3. Daily acyclovir therapy for patient with more than 6 outbreaks per year

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