Noun: herpes simplex 'hur-peez 'sim,pleks
- A herpes virus that affects the skin and nervous system
"Herpes simplex virus can cause cold sores or genital herpes";
- herpes simplex virus
- An infection caused by the herpes simplex virus; affects the skin and nervous system; produces small temporary (but sometimes painful) blisters on the skin and mucous membranes
"He experienced a herpes simplex outbreak on his mouth during times of stress"
Type of: herpes, herpes virus
Encyclopedia: Herpes simplex, type 2