Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is an ubiquitous, enveloped, and doublestranded DNA virus, belonging to the family of Herpesviridae transmitted across mucosal membranes and nonintact skin, that migrate to nerve tissues, where they persist in a latent state. HSV-1 predominates in orofacial lesions, and it is typically found in the trigeminal ganglia, whereas HSV-2 is most commonly found in the lumbosacral ganglia [1]. Nevertheless these viruses can infect both orofacial areas and the genital tract.
Very rare of HSV1 to cause abortion , however detection of both IgM and IgG in mother serum or detection of virus in fetal secretion
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Although epidemiologic data and the potentially serious effects of transmission of genital herpes from mother to infant during birth have been widely reported, published
reports on oral herpes disease in pregnancy remain scarce and no clear management guidelines exist. Thus, questions remain about acquisition, transmission and outcome of
infection in pregnant women.
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