Quantcast This image displays grouped blisters within an inflamed area of skin typical of herpes simplex. This image displays grouped blisters on the palm and fingers typical of a herpes virus infection. The herpes simplex virus can involve the eyelids and the cornea. This image displays a grouping of skin lesions typical of herpes.
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Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV):
A parent's guide for infants and babies

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Self-Care Guidelines
  • Relief of pain so that eating and sleeping are possible is most important.
  • The infant should be encouraged to drink as much fluid as possible to avoid dehydration.
  • Give acetaminophen or ibuprofen for pain.
  • Avoid contact with other children, especially newborns and those with eczema or a weak immune system, until healed.

When to Seek Medical Care
Although those with mild recurrent herpes do not usually need any medical care, see your doctor if you think your child has primary herpes.
Last Modified: 27 Oct 2008

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