Herpes viruses

Question 1

What are the different types of herpes viruses and what are their associated conditions?

Answer 1

HHV1 & HHV2 (HSV1 & 2): cold sores
HHV3 (VZV): chickenpox/shingles
HHV4 (EBV): glandular fever/ burkitt’s lymphoma
HHV5 (CMV): CMV colitis
HHV8 (Kaposi’s associated herpes virus): Kaposi’s sarcoma

Question 2

What is an indication for C-section in a women with HSV infection?

Answer 2

HSV infection in the 3rd trimester –> to prevent transmission to child