Herpetic Ulcer : A Case Report with Clinical Perspectives

Author(s)	Dr. Sindhuja Tamilmani, Dr. Deivanayagi M, Dr. Elamparithi B, Dr. Sharani H.J, Dr. Siva Arthi G, Dr. Shivasini Rajan C
Country	India
Abstract	Herpetic infections of the oral cavity are common viral lesions caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV), characterized by episodic ulceration preceded by vesicle formation. Although primary infections are frequently seen in children, recurrent lesions may occur in adults and can mimic other ulcerative conditions. It classified into primary herpetic gingivostomatitis, which presents as multiple painful oral ulcers with fever and gingivitis; recurrent intraoral herpes, which occurs due to reactivation and appears as small clustered ulcers on keratinized mucosa like the hard palate and attached gingiva; and herpes labialis (cold sores), which affects the lips and is triggered by stress, fever, or sunlight.The condition is treated with antiviral therapy and supportive therapy like analgesics and antiviral mouthwash.antiviral drugs include valacyclovir,acyclovir are used especially in prodronal phase to reduce severity and duration.early recognition of lesion pattern and site plays a key role in differentiating herpetic ulcers from other oral ulcerative disorders.this report describes a case of herpetic ulcer in 50 year old female patient who reported to the department of oral medicine and radiology.
Field	Medical / Pharmacy
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 2, March-April 2026
Published On	2026-04-10

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