Abstract and Introduction Abstract HSV and varicella zoster virus (VZV) are common pathogens of skin and mucous membranes and the CNS. Their rapid and accurate diagnosis is essential for their ...

Objective To assess incidence and burden of neonatal herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections and to explore possible transmission routes. Methods A 2-year prospective nationwide surveillance study ...

The herpes simplex virus has two forms, HSV-1 and HSV-2. HSV-2, or herpes type 2, is the more common cause of genital herpes with sores around the genitals or rectum.

A herpes rash is painful red, fluid-filled blisters or sores, typically on lips (HSV-1) or genitals (HSV-2), says Goldenberg. The herpes virus can also cause fever and swollen lymph glands.

A 56-year-old woman experiencing homelessness was evaluated at this hospital because of sore throat and a pruritic rash on her face, chest, abdomen, and legs. A diagnosis was made.

A herpes rash forms small blisters or sores on the mouth, genitals, buttocks, and other areas of the body. Learn how to identify this rash and how it's treated.

Of these, 90% were associated with infection (7), the most common being adult herpes simplex virus (66.7% for HSV-1 and 27.8% for HSV-2) (8). In this case, we reported for the first time that HSV-1 ...

Erythema multiforme can cause oral symptoms such as ulcers. Learn more about the condition, including symptoms, causes, treatments, and more.

This case report describes a 59-year-old immunosuppressed male with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis who developed Elsberg syndrome due to re-activation of latent HSV-2. The patient experienced ...

These conditions often share symptoms like burning and itching. Rashes that appear red in people with lighter skin tones or brown or purple in people with darker skin tones are also common.

A 20-year-old man was evaluated for a pustular rash that had progressed over a period of several days. The lesions were at various stages of development on his arms, face, torso, and head. A diagno ...