Interesting Presentation of Oral Herpes Simplex Virus in a High-Risk Patient.
Publication/Presentation Date
8-1-2021
Abstract
Orolabial and genital herpes are common conditions caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV) that affect many individuals. Although skin findings may mimic other conditions, an HSV infection may still be diagnosed clinically. We present a case of polymerase chain reaction (PCR) negative orolabial herpes in a young male with a high-risk social history. Although testing was negative, oral HSV was clinically diagnosed and the patient was adequately treated with IV acyclovir. Both clinical history and physical examination are essential to provide an accurate diagnosis even in cases presenting with a negative diagnostic test result.
Volume
13
Issue
8
First Page
16960
Last Page
16960
ISSN
2168-8184
Published In/Presented At
Silva, V., Khalil, K., & Daveluy, S. (2021). Interesting Presentation of Oral Herpes Simplex Virus in a High-Risk Patient. Cureus, 13(8), e16960. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.16960
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
34540378
Department(s)
Fellows and Residents
Document Type
Article