Herpes
/hˈɜrpiz/
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Definition
(noun) A viral infection, caused by Human alphaherpesvirus 1 and Human alphaherpesvirus 2, marked by painful, watery blisters in the skin or in the mucous membranes or on the genitals.
Sentence Examples
Male circumcision decreases the risk of viral infections that cause herpes and cancer.
She stayed inside during herpes outbreaks.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The doctor explained that ____ is a common viral infection that can cause painful sores on the skin.