Viral Shedding with Asymptomatic HSV-2 Infection

Richard T. Ellison III, MD

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These data indicate that the risk for transmission from asymptomatic HSV-2 disease is not insignificant and that continued efforts to protect against HSV-2 (e.g., through vaccines, barrier precautions, and yet-to-be-developed topical antiviral compounds) are worthwhile.

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