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Herpes Simplex Virus 1 vs. Herpes Simplex Virus 2—Understanding the Difference
It's not always easy to tell if someone has HSV-1 or HSV-2. "The ideal way to know that it's herpes and which type it is, is ...
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The ACNES Diagnosis That Wasn’t: It Was Herpes Zoster
When a 60-year-old woman with severe abdominal pain shows positive Carnett’s and pinch signs, physicians suspect ACNES — but ...
Intranasal herpes infection may produce neurobehavioral symptoms
Herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1) is commonly known for causing blisters and sores. But in some cases, the virus can migrate to ...
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Herpes link to Alzheimer's opens doors for new treatments
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh found that the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) may be linked to ... Their goal is to test therapeutic strategies targeting viral proteins or ...
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Understanding Herpes Simplex Virus: Transmission, Diagnosis, and Considerations in Pregnancy Management
[1] Herpes is most commonly transmitted unintentionally ... and the use of blood tests to screen for previous exposure. Which test to use and how to interpret the results is a key decision ...