Condition Article

Herpes Simplex

Learn about herpes simplex, a contagious infection caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV). Oral herpes affects the mouth. Genital herpes affects the genitals.

Infectious DiseaseReproductive

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Definition

Learn about herpes simplex, a contagious infection caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV). Oral herpes affects the mouth. Genital herpes affects the genitals.

Concept record

Canonical title: Herpes Simplex
Alphabetical key: H
Category: Infectious Disease
Content type: Condition Article
Other names, clinical names and abbreviations: HSV
Article status: Medical Encyclopedia Index Entry — full article under review.

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