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genital herpes
herpes genitalis
Definition: an infection caused by herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) that is usually transmitted by sexual contact; marked by recurrent attacks of painful eruptions on the skin and mucous membranes of the genital area
Definition: A genital infection caused by herpes simplex viruses (mostly HHV2 but also HHV1).