Question 1
A diagnosis of genital herpes is confirmed by the
◦ appearance and size of herpetic lesions.
◦ appearance of stained tissue specimens.
◦ detection of herpesvirus DNA by PCR.
◦ binding of fluorescent antibodies.
◦ location of herpetic lesions.
Question 2
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding genital herpes?
◦ Acyclovir is effective in reducing the occurrence of lesions, but is not a cure.
◦ It can only be transmitted when lesions are evident.
◦ Reappearance of lesions is the result of new infections.
◦ There is an effective vaccine to prevent infection.
◦ Herpes can be prevented using vaginal spermicidal creams.