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    • Virology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is a significant sexually transmitted agent with increasing incidence.
    • HSV infections pose serious health risks due to latency, recurrent infections, and limited treatment options.
    • Neonatal herpes, acquired during vaginal delivery, has a high mortality rate and severe long-term effects.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the increasing public health concern of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections.
    • To emphasize the severity of neonatal herpes and its implications for infant survival and health.
    • To discuss the diagnostic methods for HSV infection.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of current literature on HSV epidemiology and clinical impact.
    • Analysis of the challenges associated with HSV latency and recurrent infections.
    • Evaluation of diagnostic techniques for HSV detection, including virus culture, cytology, and antigen detection.

    Main Results:

    • HSV infections are on the rise, presenting a significant public health challenge.
    • Neonatal herpes is a devastating complication with high mortality and morbidity.
    • Virus culture is the most reliable method for HSV detection, though other methods offer alternatives.

    Conclusions:

    • Herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection requires increased attention due to rising cases and severe outcomes like neonatal herpes.
    • The lack of effective treatments and the virus's ability to establish latency underscore the importance of timely diagnosis.
    • While virus culture is preferred, cytology and antigen detection serve as valuable alternatives for identifying HSV infections.