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herpes simplex

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  1. herpes simplex (noun)
  2. genital herpes simplex (noun)

herpes sim·plex

noun \-ˈsim-ˌpleks\

Definition of HERPES SIMPLEX

: either of two viral diseases caused by herpesviruses of the genus Simplexvirus that are marked especially by watery blisters on the skin or mucous membranes of the lips, mouth, face, or genital region—see hsv-1, hsv-2

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