Catalog

Herpes simplex hepatitis

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Link to WHO Definition

Herpes simplex hepatitis – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/770963397

This is a viral disease caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and type 2 (HSV-2). The onset is with fever, prostration, marked elevation of transaminases and leukopenia. Acute liver failure can develop.