Acute Herpetic Gingivostomatitis in Children
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What is the main source of infection for acute herpetic gingivostomatitis?

  • Infected adult's saliva
  • Infected child's blood
  • Infected child's saliva (correct)
  • Infected adult's skin
  • Which age group is most affected by acute herpetic gingivostomatitis?

  • Adults between 25 and 40 years
  • Teenagers between 13 and 18 years
  • Elderly individuals above 70 years
  • Children between 6 months and 5 years (correct)
  • What is the most prominent manifestation of acute herpetic gingivostomatitis?

  • Skin rash on the face
  • Bleeding gums with throat pain
  • Yellow discoloration of teeth
  • Gingivitis with lip swelling (correct)
  • How long does the acute disease of acute herpetic gingivostomatitis typically last?

    <p>5-7 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is more frequent in adults caused by HSV-1 compared to gingivostomatitis?

    <p>Pharyngitis and tonsillitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common clinical manifestation of recurrent HSV-1 infection?

    <p>Herpes labialis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which virus is usually the cause of herpes encephalitis?

    <p>HSV-1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What manifestations can be seen during the acute condition of herpes encephalitis?

    <p>Seizures, hemiparesis, aphasia, and paresthesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the vesicular lesions of eczema herpeticum appear in children with active eczema?

    <p>On previous eczematous areas with extensive ulceration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is herpetic whitlow usually contracted?

    <p>By entry of the virus through cuts or abrasions on the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organ is NOT mentioned as a potential site for dissemination in eczema herpeticum?

    <p>Lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which profession is herpetic whitlow commonly seen?

    <p>Doctors and nurses</p> Signup and view all the answers

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