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Which viral skin infections can be treated with antiviral agents?
Which viral skin infections can be treated with antiviral agents?
What is the most common type of herpes virus associated with oral infections?
What is the most common type of herpes virus associated with oral infections?
Where does HSV 1 typically remain latent in the body?
Where does HSV 1 typically remain latent in the body?
Which type of herpes virus is most commonly associated with genital infections?
Which type of herpes virus is most commonly associated with genital infections?
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What is the estimated worldwide prevalence of HSV 1 infections?
What is the estimated worldwide prevalence of HSV 1 infections?
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Which viral skin infections are commonly treated with antiviral agents?
Which viral skin infections are commonly treated with antiviral agents?
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Are antiviral agents generally well tolerated?
Are antiviral agents generally well tolerated?
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Which manifestation of oral HSV infection is usually self-limiting and lasts about 10 days?
Which manifestation of oral HSV infection is usually self-limiting and lasts about 10 days?
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What is the recommended timeframe for starting topical treatment for herpes labialis?
What is the recommended timeframe for starting topical treatment for herpes labialis?
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Which of the following is NOT a topical treatment option for oral HSV infection?
Which of the following is NOT a topical treatment option for oral HSV infection?
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Which medication is recommended for buccal treatment of oral HSV infection?
Which medication is recommended for buccal treatment of oral HSV infection?
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Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for genital HSV infection?
Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for genital HSV infection?
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Which virus causes varicella (chickenpox)?
Which virus causes varicella (chickenpox)?
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Which age group is the adult vaccine for herpes zoster (shingles) recommended for?
Which age group is the adult vaccine for herpes zoster (shingles) recommended for?
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Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for human papillomavirus (HPV) infections?
Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for human papillomavirus (HPV) infections?
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