herpes_simplex | ||
1. | [ noun ] (medicine) an infection caused by the herpes simples virus; affects the skin and nervous system; produces small temporary (but sometimes painful) blisters on the skin and mucous membranes | |
Related terms: | herpes genital_herpes oral_herpes | |
2. | [ noun ] (biology) a herpes virus that affects the skin and nervous system | |
Synonyms: | herpes_simplex_virus | |
Related terms: | herpes herpes_simplex_2 herpes_simplex_1 | |
Similar spelling: |
herpes_simplex_2 herpes_simplex_1 herpes_virus |