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Herpes simplex infection of vulva

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Link to WHO Definition

Herpes simplex infection of vulva – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1584172460

Infection of the vulva and surrounding skin by Herpes simplex virus. This is usually but not always transmitted by sexual contact and caused by Herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) rather than Herpes simplex virus type 1, which is traditionally associated with orofacial herpes. It is characterised by multiple painful vesicles and superficial ulcers affecting vulval skin and mucosa. Primary genital herpes in women is more likely to involve the vagina, cervix and urethra, whereas recurrent infection tends to be more localised to the vulval area.