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Herpes simplex infection of skin or mucous membrane

Infecção por herpes simples da pele ou mucosa

Definition

A disease of the skin and mucous membranes, caused by an infection with herpes simplex virus type 1 or 2. This disease is characterised by vesicles, or may be asymptomatic. Transmission is by direct contact. Confirmation is by identification of herpes simplex virus type 1 or 2.

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Subcategories (4)

1F00.00Herpes simplex infection of skin 1F00.01Herpes simplex labialis 1F00.02Herpes simplex gingivostomatitis 1F00.03Disseminated cutaneous herpes simplex infection complicating other skin diseases

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