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Herpes simplex infection of central nervous system
Infecção do sistema nervoso central por herpes simples
CategoryDefinition
A condition of the central nervous system, caused by an infection with herpes simplex virus (human herpesviruses 1 and 2). This condition is characterised by fever, headache, or other clinical symptoms depending on the site of infection. Confirmation is by identification of herpes simplex virus type 1 or 2.
Index Terms
Herpes simplex infection of central nervous systemCNS herpesHerpes simplex encephalitis, myelitis or encephalomyelitis