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A Primary Neuron Culture System for the Study of Herpes Simplex Virus Latency and Reactivation
Published on: April 2, 2012
Recurrent lumbosacral herpes simplex virus infection.
Janna M Vassantachart1, Alan Menter1
1Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Loma Linda, California (Vassantachart), and the Division of Dermatology, Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas (Menter).
Episodic lumbosacral lesions, initially mistaken for psoriasis, were diagnosed as herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection. This case highlights the importance of considering HSV in recurrent skin conditions affecting this area.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Infectious Diseases
- Virology
Background:
- Recurrent skin lesions in the lumbosacral region can be misdiagnosed.
- Psoriasis is a common differential diagnosis for such lesions.
- Herpes simplex virus (HSV) can cause atypical presentations.
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