Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is a common infection with two main types, HSV-1 and HSV-2, typically affecting the mouth or genitals. It spreads through direct contact, even without visible symptoms, and ...
The main cause of herpetic whitlow is herpes simplex virus. The skin around the fingernail is mostly affected which of course is through the penetration of the virus — HSV. Anyone can have whitlow ...