Herpes simplex infectious disease
ICD-10 Code
B00
Herpes simplex infectious disease
Definition
A group of acute infections caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 or type 2 that is characterized by the development of one or more small fluid-filled vesicles with a raised erythematous base on the skin or mucous membrane. It occurs as a primary infection or recurs due to a reactivation of a latent infection. (Dorland, 27th ed.)
Also known as Simplexvirus caused disease or disorder, Simplexvirus disease or disorder, Simplexvirus infectious disease — per MONDO
Also identified as
- DOID 8566 per MONDO
- ICD10CM B00 per MONDO
- ICD9 054 per MONDO
- ICD9 058.89 per MONDO
- MESH D006561 per MONDO
- SCTID 88594005 per MONDO
- UMLS C0019348 per MONDO
Drugs indicated
| Drug | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Acyclovir | may prevent | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |
| Valacyclovir | may prevent | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |
| Benzocaine | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |
| Methylene Blue | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |