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What are diseases that have the same symptoms as primary hsv 1 infection?
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Some are similar: Erythema mutiforme, and shingles to name a couple. Primary hsv 1 infection can usually be diagnosed by clinical presentation and history. Blood test can help to confirm diagnosis.
Answered 7/5/2013
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