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A population-based study of primary human Herpesvirus 6 infection

Authors :
Zerr, Danielle M.
Meier, Amalia S.
Corey, Lawrence
Selke, Stacy S.
Morrow, Rhoda Ashley
Frenkel, Lisa M.
Bornemann, Rena
Nguy, Long
Meei-Li Huang
Rhoads, Margaret P.
Wald, Anna
Source :
The New England Journal of Medicine. Feb 24, 2005, Vol. 352 Issue 8, p768, 9 p.
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

Primary Human Herpes Virus-6 infection (HHV-6) defined by the onset of persistent salivary levels of its DNA occurred in 130 children, the incidence of infection being highest between 9 and 21 months of age. The majority of children with primary HHV-6 infection had symptoms such as fever, fussiness, diarrhea, and rash.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00284793
Volume :
352
Issue :
8
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
The New England Journal of Medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.130954958