Zosteriform herpes simplex infection of V3 dermatome

Abstract

Human herpesviruses are prevalent DNA viruses that can cause various orofacial diseases. Diagnosis of herpes simplex virus-induced oral diseases is usually based on the clinical presentation and on the medical history. We hereby present a case of zosteriform herpes simplex infection in an immunocompetent male.

Keywords

• antiviral pharmacotherapy
• herpes simplex
• herpes zoster
• zosteriform herpes simplex