Which of the Following Statements About Herpes Simplex Type 2

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about herpes simplex type 2 (HSV-2) is FALSE?

• A) There is a low risk of disease transmission via casual contact.
• B) HSV-2 is responsible for 70 to 90 percent of all genital herpes cases.
• C) In addition to painful lesions to the infected area, fever and enlarged lymph nodes can be present during the initial presentation of the infection.
• D) Treatment with acyclovir can eradicate the virus.

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