Herpes simplex virus type 1 as a cause of widespread intracorneal blistering of the lower limbs

Clin Exp Dermatol. 2000 Mar;25(2):119-21. doi: 10.1046/j.1365-2230.2000.00591.x.

Abstract

Herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections often manifest as acute self-limiting eruptions of grouped vesicles, which have a tendency to recur. Common manifestations include that of gingivostomatitis, vulvovaginitis, recurrent erythema multiforme, herpetic whitlow, and eczema herpeticum. We report a case of HSV-1 presenting as a symmetrical intracorneal blistering eruption involving the lower limbs in a patient with no previous history of herpes simplex infection.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Blister / pathology*
  • Blister / virology
  • Female
  • Herpes Simplex / pathology*
  • Herpesvirus 1, Human / isolation & purification
  • Humans
  • Leg Dermatoses / pathology*
  • Leg Dermatoses / virology
  • Middle Aged