For both men and women, pain can occur in the pelvic area during or soon after sexual intercourse. It can happen at any time during sex -- for example, at the time of penetration, erection, or ejaculation. Eventually, if pain from intercourse is ongo

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Aseptic meningitis is an illness characterized by headache, fever, and inflammation of the lining of the brain (meninges) that is not caused by bacteria. Alternative Names: Sterile meningitis Causes, incidence, and risk factors: With aseptic men

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Treatment with anti-viral medications, such as acyclovir or famciclovir is recommended for 7 - 10 days, along with strong anti-inflammatory drugs called steroids (such as prednisone) for 3 - 5 days. The steroids are then tapered off in about 1 week.

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Ramsay Hunt syndrome is a neurologic disorder caused by a virus called varicella zoster, which can infect certain nerves of the head to produce facial paralysis and rash either in the ear, tongue, or palate. Alternative Names: Hunt's syndrome; Herpe

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Alternative Names: Newborn conjunctivitis; Conjunctivitis of the newborn; Ophthalmia neonatorum Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Conjunctivitis in a newborn may be caused by a blocked tear duct, or by irritation produced by the antibiotic eye

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This is a blood test that screens for several infections that may be present in the newborn, including Toxoplasmosis, Rubella, Cytomegalovirus, Herpes simplex and HIV (hence the name), and other infections. Sometimes the test is spelled TORCHS, where

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Herpetic stomatitis is a viral infection of the mouth characterized by ulcers and inflammation. These mouth ulcers are not the same as canker sores, which are caused by a different virus. Alternative Names: Stomatitis - herpetic Cause

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Esophagitis is a general term for any inflammation, irritation, or swelling of the esophagus, the tube that leads from the back of the mouth to the stomach. Alternative Names: Inflammation - esophagus Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Esophag

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A vesicle is a small fluid-filled blister ranging in size from a pinpoint to 5 or 10 millimeters in diameter. As a rule, the term vesicle is used to describe a small blister, while the term bulla is used to describe a larger blister. Alternative Nam

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The Tzanck test is a method of testing sores for the herpes simplex virus (which causes cold sores, fever blister, or genital sores), or varicella-zoster virus (which causes chickenpox and "shingles"). Alternative Names: Herpes skin test;

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Herpes zoster usually resolves spontaneously, and may not require treatment except for symptomatic relief, such as pain medication. Acyclovir is an antiviral medication that may be prescribed to shorten the course, reduce pain, reduce complications,

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Herpes zoster is an acute, localized infection with varicella-zoster virus, which causes a painful, blistering rash. Alternative Names: Shingles Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Herpes zoster, or shingles, is caused by the same virus that

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This is a blood test to detect antibodies to the herpes simplex virus, which may reflect recent or past infection with oral or genital herpes. Alternative Names: Herpes serology How the test is performed: Blood is drawn from a vein, usually on t

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Some cases are relatively mild and may not require treatment. In severe or prolonged cases, or in individuals who are immunosuppressed or who have frequent recurrences, antiviral medications such as acyclovir may be used. In individuals

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There are two different strains of herpes simplex viruses: Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) is usually associated with infections of the lips, mouth, and face. It is the most common herpes simplex virus and is usually acquired in childhood.

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Alternative Names: Culture - herpes simplex virus; Herpes simplex virus culture How the test is performed: A specimen from a skin lesion (often a genital sore) is collected during the acute phase (worst part) of an outbreak and placed

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Condoms remain the best protection against acquiring genital herpes when sexually active. CORRECT and CONSISTENT use of a condom will help prevent the transmission of the disease. The use of LATEX condoms is mandatory -- animal membrane condoms shou

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Warm baths may relieve the pain associated with genital lesions. Gentle cleansing with soap and water is recommended. If secondary infection of the skin lesions by bacteria occur, a topical or oral antibiotic can be used. Support Groups: Joining a

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For people with no prior contact with HSV-1 or 2, initial infection is characterized both by systemic (whole body) as well as by local symptoms and signs. Generalized symptoms include: fever, malaise, muscle aches, and decreased appetite. Local sympt

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Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted viral infection that is characterized by repeated eruptions of small, painful blisters on the genitals, around the rectum, or covering adjacent areas of skin. Alternative Names: Genital herpes; Herpes simplex

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Herpes virus infections in infants are generally treated with intravenous medications. Acyclovir is the most common antiviral medicine used for this purpose. A course of several weeks may be required. In addition, other therapy is often necessary to

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Alternative Names: HSV; Congenital herpes; Herpes - congenital Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Newborn infants can become infected with herpes virus while in the uterus (intrauterine herpes), during passage through the birth canal (birth-a

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Warning symptoms of itching, burning, increased sensitivity, or tingling sensation may occur about 2 days before lesions appear. Skin lesions or rash around the lips, mouth, and gums Small blisters (vesicles) filled with clear yellowish

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Herpes labialis is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus, characterized by an eruption of small and usually painful blisters on the skin of the lips, mouth, gums or the skin around the mouth. These blisters are commonly called cold sores or

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