oral sores

Herpes simplex virus (HSV)

What is herpes simplex virus? Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is a DNA virus that belongs to the family Herpesviridae. There are two types of herpes simplex virus: HSV-1 and HSV-2. What medical conditions are caused by herpes simplex virus? The most common medical condition caused by HSV is called herpes. HSV-1 typically causes oral herpes, …
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