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herpes Synonyms
Another word for herpes
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• noun (Context 1)
Any of a group of viral diseases caused by herpesviruses, characterized by the eruption of small, painful fluid-filled blisters on the skin or mucous membranes, especially herpes simplex (causing cold sores or genital lesions) and herpes zoster (shingles).
Usage Example
"Antiviral medications can help reduce the severity and frequency of herpes simplex outbreaks."
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herpes simplex
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Herpes. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/herpes