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Review
. 2020 Sep;55(3):337-345.
doi: 10.1016/j.cnur.2020.05.004. Epub 2020 Jul 15.

Herpes Simplex Virus: Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Shannon Cole  1
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Review

Herpes Simplex Virus: Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Shannon Cole. Nurs Clin North Am. 2020 Sep.

Abstract

Genital herpes simplex virus infections are among the most prevalent sexually transmitted infections in the United States. It continues to be a public health concern because of its recurrent nature and potential for complications. Treatment is not curative, but rather serves to shorten the duration of symptoms and improve quality of life. Current therapies include episodic treatment and chronic suppressive therapy and are generally well tolerated and effective.

Keywords: Herpes simplex virus; Management; Sexually transmitted infection.

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