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Herpes

Herpes

(Science: dermatology) Any inflammatory skin disease caused by a herpes virus and characterised by the formation of clusters of small vesicles. When used alone, the term may refer to herpes simplex or to herpes zoster.

Origin: L., gr. Herpes = a spreading cutaneous eruption, from herpein = to creep


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... of ailments, including multiple sclerosis, colitis, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, cancer, hepatitis, hyperactivity, psoriasis, eczema, diabetes, herpes, mononucleosis, and adrenal failure. It is a commonly used treatment for snakebites and bee and jellyfish stings Several pre-existing conditions ...

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by biohazard
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