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herpes simplex virus

/ˈhɜːrpiːz ˈsɪmplɛks ˈvaɪrəs/

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/ˈhɜːrpiːz ˈsɪmplɛks ˈvaɪrəs/C1formalmedical
  • ruРаспространённая вирусная инфекция, вызывающая герпес на губах (ВПГ-1) или генитальный герпес (ВПГ-2), характеризующаяся периодическими высыпаниями в виде пузырьков или язв.

A common viral infection that causes cold sores (HSV-1) or genital herpes (HSV-2), characterized by periodic outbreaks of blisters or sores.

  1. B2formal

    A common viral infection that causes sores, usually around the mouth (cold sores) or genitals.

    ruВирусная инфекция

    • Herpes simplex virus type 1 typically causes oral herpes.
    • The doctor diagnosed her with herpes simplex virus type 2.
    • Many people carry the herpes simplex virus without showing symptoms.