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Herpes simplex virus type 2

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Illustration of herpes simplex virus 2

Illustration copyright 2004 Nucleus Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. http://www.nucleusinc.com

HSV-2 usually occurs in the genital area (shaded).

Medical Review:Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Jeanne Marrazzo, MD, MPH - Infectious Disease
Last Updated: 01/18/2007

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