Herpes Simplex Virus-1 and Bell's Palsy

Authors

  • J Gordon Millichap Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15844/pedneurbriefs-22-5-9

Keywords:

Herpes Simplex Virus-1, PCR Testing, Epstein-Barr Virus

Abstract

The association between herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1) infection and Bell palsy was determined in 47 children studied at Children's Hospital at Montefiore, Bronx, NY. Swabs of saliva and conjunctiva were taken for PCR testing.

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Published

2008-05-01

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Section

Infectious/Autoimmune Disorders