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Preferred term

Herpesvirus 2, Human  

Type

  • Topical Descriptor

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Herpes Simplex Virus 2
  • Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2
  • Herpesvirus 2 (alpha), Human
  • HHV-2
  • HSV-2
  • Human Herpesvirus 2

Note

  • infection = HERPES GENITALIS usually; otherwise coordinate with HERPES SIMPLEX or its indentions

Scope note

  • A species of SIMPLEXVIRUS associated with genital infections (HERPES GENITALIS). It is transmitted by sexual intercourse and close personal contact.

History note

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D018258

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