Viral Skin
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Viral Skin conditions
Hairy leukoplakiaHairy leukoplakia is a white, corrugated lesion on the lateral tongue caused by Epstein-Barr virus infection, often seen in immunocompromised patients.HerpesHerpes is a viral infection caused by herpes simplex virus, characterized by painful vesicular lesions on the skin or mucous membranes and diagnosed by PCR or culture.Varicella zosterVaricella zoster is a herpesvirus causing chickenpox and shingles, characterized by vesicular rash and nerve pain, diagnosed by clinical presentation and PCR testing.Verrucae (Warts)Verrucae (warts) are benign skin growths caused by human papillomavirus infection, presenting as rough, raised lesions commonly on hands and feet.