Genital herpes is one of the most prevalent sexually transmitted infections. An estimated
22% of the US population older than 14 years is infected with herpes simplex virus-2 (HSV) …

Herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections occur commonly among adolescents. Most HSV-2
infections are genital, but genital herpes can be caused by either HSV-1 or HSV-2. Weighted …

The incidence and prevalence of genital herpes continue to increase in the USA, and the
availability of new, accurate serological tests for herpes simplex virus (HSV) may identify …

Diagnosis and Management Page 1 Genital Herpes Infections: Diagnosis and Management
Marilyn Doermann Kellum, RNC, MSN Arlene Loucks, RNC, MSN Abstract Herpes genitalia is a …

Conclusions Adolescent genital HSV is an important clinical issue. Although older groups
have higher prevalence rates, the attack rate is highest in adolescents. Review of published …

Genital herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections are increasingly common among adolescents.
In developed countries, during the 1990s, adolescent HSV type 2 seroprevalence rates …

The acquisition of genital herpes simplex virus (HSV) is still a significant risk to sexually
active individuals. This chapter addresses the epidemiology and natural history of genital …

Genital herpes is a common sexually transmitted disease, affecting more than 400 million
persons worldwide. It is caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV) and characterized by lifelong …

Genital herpes is a common sexually transmitted infection throughout the world. The majority
of new infections occur in adolescents and young adults, although prevalence rates …

Genital herpes is a chronic, lifelong sexually transmitted viral infection, which can cause
recurrent, self-limited genital ulcers. It is caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV) type 1 and …