Herpes simplex virus type 1

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Illustration of herpes simplex virus 1

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HSV-1 usually occurs around the mouth. The blister-like sores are commonly called cold sores.

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

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