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Anogenital herpes simplex infection

Infecção anogenital por herpes simples

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Definition

A condition of the anogenital region, caused by an infection with herpes simplex virus type 1 or 2. This condition is characterised by vesicles, or may be asymptomatic. Transmission is by sexual contact. Confirmation is by identification of herpes simplex virus type 1 or 2.

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