Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Flashcards
1
Q
which types of HSV causes oral lesions?
A
type 1
2
Q
presentation
A
gingivostomatitis
ulceration in and around mouth
lasts around a week
3
Q
diagnosis
A
swab with viral transport medium
antibody tests
4
Q
management
A
acyclovir
5
Q
what is acyclovir
A
analogue of guanosine preventing viral DNA replication