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Viral infections.

R Weintraub

    Major Problems in Clinical Pediatrics
    |January 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary

    Viral skin infections in adolescence include childhood types and those linked to sexual maturity, with some increasing notably. Understanding these changing patterns is crucial for public health and managing infant risks.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Virology
    • Epidemiology

    Background:

    • Adolescent viral skin infections encompass both common childhood illnesses and those emerging with sexual maturity.
    • Specific viral infections like Herpes simplex Type II, molluscum contagiosum, and venereal warts are increasing in prevalence.
    • Certain viral diseases pose significant risks to newborns, including rubella, herpes simplex, varicella, and condylomata acuminata.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To summarize the spectrum of viral skin infections in adolescents.
    • To highlight infections associated with sexual maturity and their rising incidence.
    • To emphasize the importance of specific viral infections due to their impact on neonatal health.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of epidemiological data on viral skin infections in adolescents.
    • Analysis of trends in infections associated with sexual maturity.
    • Identification of viruses with potential severe outcomes in newborns.

    Main Results:

    • Viral infections in adolescents present a dual pattern: childhood types and those linked to sexual maturity.
    • Herpes simplex Type II, molluscum contagiosum, and venereal warts show a marked increase.
    • Rubella, herpes simplex, varicella, and condylomata acuminata are critical due to potential transmission and effects on newborns, including laryngeal papillomas.

    Conclusions:

    • The epidemiology of viral skin infections is dynamic, with shifts in the prominence of various viruses.
    • New viral entities and alterations in existing ones are anticipated.
    • Continued surveillance and understanding of viral infection patterns are essential for adolescent and neonatal health management.

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