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What is the epidemiology of HSV II?
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HSVII causes penile, vulvar, and perinal infections, and its spread by direct sexual contact, even when lesions are not present.
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What is the concern for the fetus and neonate with respect to genital herpes infection of the mother?
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A C section is recommended for delivery because of the risk of the newborn contracting a disseminated infection, which is usually fatal.
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How much time is required for a cure from herpes simplex II and genital warts viruses?
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A cure is never achieved. The viruses remain in the body for life.
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