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What is the definition or description of: hsv type 1 and 2?
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Herpes simplex: Hsv is herpes simplex virus, which can be subdivided into types 1 and 2. Classically, it was though that type 1 was responsible for oral blisters, while type 2 was responsible for genital blisters; it has now been shown that either can be present in either location.
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HSV TYPE 1 AND 2: A variety of infections caused by herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2. Type 1 infections are marked by the eruption of vesicles on lips or at the external nares; type 2 by such lesions on the genitalia. Both types often are dormant and reappear during febrile illnesses or even physiologic states such as menstruation. The viruses become latent and and may not be expressed for years.
Answered 12/9/2013
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