Harrison's Practice: Herpes Simplex Virus Infections

Herpes Simplex Virus Infections

Definition

Infections caused by herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2 (HSV-1 and HSV-2)
- Clinically, infections may involve:
  - Mucocutaneous surfaces
  - Central nervous system (CNS)
  - Visceral organs (occasionally)
Primary HSV infection
- First infection with either HSV-1 or HSV-2 in which the host lacks HSV antibodies in acute-phase serum
Recurrent HSV infection
- Reactivation of latent HSV-1 or HSV-2

Herpes Simplex Virus Infections has been found in Harrison's Practice

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