Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Flashcards

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1
Q

which types of HSV causes oral lesions?

A

type 1

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2
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presentation

A

gingivostomatitis
ulceration in and around mouth
lasts around a week

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3
Q

diagnosis

A

swab with viral transport medium

antibody tests

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4
Q

management

A

acyclovir

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5
Q

what is acyclovir

A

analogue of guanosine preventing viral DNA replication

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