Herpes simplex
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| Herpes simplex | |
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| Term | Herpes simplex |
| Short definition | infection by the herpes simplex virus, which causes blisterlike sores on the face, lips, mouth, or genitals; in rare cases, can also affect the eyes, fingers, or brain |
| Type | Medical term |
| Specialty | General |
| Language | English |
| Source | AMA |
| Comments | |
Herpes simplex (definition) infection by the herpes simplex virus, which causes blisterlike sores on the face, lips, mouth, or genitals; in rare cases, can also affect the eyes, fingers, or brain
==Herpes simplex (overview)==