Primary herpetic gingivostomatitis in young children.(Disease Management): An article from: Dermatology Nursing
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Author(s)Jo Young Blevins
PublisherJannetti Publications, Inc.
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From the author: Oral infections caused by herpes simplex type 1 are widespread, even among otherwise healthy people. While most of these herpetic infections are asymptomatic, young children are at risk for developing extensive oropharyngeal vesicular eruptions when first infected with the virus. This initial outbreak is known as primary herpetic gingivostomatitis. Although a self-limiting disease, this oral infection can cause significant mouth discomfort, fever, lymphadenopathy, and difficulty with eating and drinking. Symptoms may persist for 2 weeks. Diagnosis can be made clinically and confirmed by laboratory tests. Some young children require hospitalization for management of dehydration and pain control. Nurses working in both primary and acute care settings will encounter this oral infection in young children. Antiviral therapy with acyclovir has proven effective in managing primary herpetic gingivostomatitis. Providing supportive care and educating parents about transmission of the virus are important aspects of nursing care.
Citation Details
Title: Primary herpetic gingivostomatitis in young children.(Disease Management)
Author: Jo Young Blevins
Publication:Dermatology Nursing (Refereed)
Date: August 1, 2004
Publisher: Jannetti Publications, Inc.
Volume: 16 Issue: 4 Page: 341(4)
Distributed by Thomson Gale
From the author: Oral infections caused by herpes simplex type 1 are widespread, even among otherwise healthy people. While most of these herpetic infections are asymptomatic, young children are at risk for developing extensive oropharyngeal vesicular eruptions when first infected with the virus. This initial outbreak is known as primary herpetic gingivostomatitis. Although a self-limiting disease, this oral infection can cause significant mouth discomfort, fever, lymphadenopathy, and difficulty with eating and drinking. Symptoms may persist for 2 weeks. Diagnosis can be made clinically and confirmed by laboratory tests. Some young children require hospitalization for management of dehydration and pain control. Nurses working in both primary and acute care settings will encounter this oral infection in young children. Antiviral therapy with acyclovir has proven effective in managing primary herpetic gingivostomatitis. Providing supportive care and educating parents about transmission of the virus are important aspects of nursing care.
Citation Details
Title: Primary herpetic gingivostomatitis in young children.(Disease Management)
Author: Jo Young Blevins
Publication:Dermatology Nursing (Refereed)
Date: August 1, 2004
Publisher: Jannetti Publications, Inc.
Volume: 16 Issue: 4 Page: 341(4)
Distributed by Thomson Gale
