Herpes Simplex Diagnosis Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is spread by direct contact ‘shedding’ from one host to another. Two viral subtypes exist: type I is associated mainly with facial lesions although the fingers and genitals may be affected. Type II is associated almost entirely with genital infections. Primary herpes simplex (type...
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Herpes Zoster Diagnosis and Treatment Diagnosis for Herpes Zoster :: Isolation of VZV in tissue culture, detection of VZV DNA by PCR, or direct immunofluorescent staining of cells from the lesion base Seroconversion or a fourfold or greater rise in antibody titer between convalescent- and acute-phase serum specimens. The fluorescent antibody...
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Details Descriptions About :: herpes simplex virus infections Herpes simplex virus infections causes symptoms treatment Description of Herpes simplex virus infections DefinitionAccording to dictionary definition Shingles is a disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus — the same virus that causes chickenpox. Post being once infected by chickenpox, the virus tends to stay in the body....
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