Herpes Viruses 3

What is the primary mode of transmission for HSV 1?

• Saliva

• Sexual contact

• Blood

• Airborne droplets

Which type of herpes simplex virus is associated with genital lesions?

• None of the above

• Both HSV 1 and HSV 2

• HSV 2

• HSV 1

What clinical condition is commonly caused by HSV 1?

• Genital herpes

• Cold sores

• Aseptic meningitis

• Pneumonia

Where does HSV 1 typically establish latency?

• Sacral ganglia

• Trigeminal ganglia

• Cervical ganglia

• Lumbar ganglia

What is a common complication of HSV 2 infection?

• Keratitis

• Cold sores

• Acute gingivostomatitis

• Encephalitis

What is the treatment of choice for herpetic lesions?

• Acyclovir

• Ibuprofen

• Amoxicillin

• Ciprofloxacin

Which diagnostic method detects viral particles directly?

• Electron microscope

• PCR

• Serologic detection

• Histologic staining

What is a characteristic finding in histologic staining of herpes infections?

• Presence of lymphocytes

• Presence of neutrophils

• Presence of multinucleated giant cells

• Presence of eosinophils

What can trigger reactivation of HSV?

• Vaccination

• Bacterial infections

• Hormonal changes

• Antibiotic use

Which type of herpes simplex virus is more commonly associated with neonatal infections?

• Neither

• Both HSV 1 and HSV 2

• HSV 2

• HSV 1