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  1. Erosion due to Herpes Genitalis

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    Description: Erosion- superficial loss of skin, e.g. herpes genitalis Herpes genitalis is a chronic infection caused by type 2 herpes simplex virus (HSV2), usually transmitted by sexual contact. It causes painful vesicular eruptions on the skin and mucous membranes of the genitalia of males and females. When acquired during pregnancy, HSV2 may be transmitted through the placenta to the fetus and to the newborn by direct contact with infected tissue during birth. It can be a precursor of cervical cancer.
    Keywords: skin, painful vesicular eruption, Herpes Genitalis, Chronic infection, type 2 herpes simplex virus infection