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Herpes Simplex
Introduction
It is an acute viral infection caused by Herpes simplex virus hominis (types HSV1, HSV2 acquired by close contact with an infected individual
Signs & symptoms
• Preceding tingling sensation, discomfort and itching,
• Grouped vesicles forming on the skin, and mucous membranes, particularly the buccal area, gentalia, conjunctivae, and cornea
Diagnostic criteria
• Preceding tingling sensation, discomfort and itching,
• Grouped vesicles forming on the skin, and mucous membranes, particularly the buccal area, gentalia, conjunctivae, and cornea
Investigation
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Treatment
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Non-Pharmacological treatment
- Avoid scratching which often leads to secondary infection
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Pharmacological
- •Acyclovir cream applied 4 hourly for 7–10 days
OR (especially if severe or recurrent)
•Acyclovir (PO) 400mg 8 hourly for 7–10 days
Note: Benefit of systemic acyclovir is optimum when given within the first 48 hours of onset of sympoms
Prevention
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Updated on,
3 Novemba 2020, 11:25:20
References
- 1.STG
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