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HSV-2

American  
Or HSV-II
  1. herpes simplex virus type 2. herpes simplex


Example Sentences

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Dr. Friedman is working with BioNTech on an HSV-2 vaccine candidate that was given to the first human subject in December.

From New York Times

Indeed, it is estimated that more than 1 out of 9 Americans between the ages of 14 and 49 have an HSV-2 infection.

From Salon

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention does not recommend screening for HSV-1 or HSV-2.

From Seattle Times

HSV-1, which is what Noah tested positive for, causes small blisters on the mouth, eye or lips, while HSV-2 typically affects the genital area.

From Fox News

“I did not think the HSV-2 vaccine strain would be capable of reactivation, but perhaps I will have to reconsider that,” Halford wrote in response in an email.

From Scientific American