Herpes Esophagitis : Causes

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Causes could include:
The herpes simplex virus causes herpes esophagitis. Infection of the esophagus by the herpes simplex virus is rare in people with normal immune systems and usually runs its course without treatment. However, severe and persistent esophagitis can o...
Source:ADAM
Date:November 1, 2007
Herpes simplex is an infection that primarily affects the mouth or genital area.
Source:ADAM
Date:April 7, 2008
If you have herpes, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans have it. Herpes has no cure. But you can control it and learn how to protect yourself and others from outbreaks.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Herpes: Caring for SoresGood hygiene matters when you have herpes. Take care of your sores to speed healing.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Herpes simples virus (HSV, or herpesvirus) is a virus that causes infection of skin and mucous membrane and rarely infects other parts of the body. However, in the immunosuppressed patient, HSV may cause pneumonia and other more severe infections.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
Virus that causes blister-like open sores, usually on the mouth or genitals of the infected person. Herpes simplex virus (HSV) exists in two known forms.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Childhood and Adolescence
Herpes is an infection caused by a herpes simplex virus 1 or 2, and it primarily affects the mouth or genital area. There are two strains of herpes simplex viruses.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
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