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1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel-Aviv University, Tel-Aviv, Israel.
Abstract:
Genital herpes is a relatively common chronic lower genital tract sexually transmitted infection caused by herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2 (HSV-1 and HSV-2). It is characterized by recurrent, self-limited genital ulcers, and it is the leading cause of genital ulcer disease worldwide (1). The impact of genital herpes on sexual and reproductive health, including the risk of perinatal infection, necessitates a profound understanding of its clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. This chapter aims to review the critical clinical aspects of HSV in women, emphasizing relevant evidence-based data.
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