Herpes appears as blistering sores that can merge and break open. Prodromal symptoms precede outbreaks, including genital pain and flu-like symptoms. Genital herpes outbreaks typically last 7-10 days, healing takes over a week
FIP is an immune-mediated disease caused by feline coronavirus. Virus is a mutation of feline enteric coronavirus. Disease affects cats through direct contact and shared litter
HZO is shingles affecting eye or surrounding area. Common symptoms include forehead rash and eyelid swelling. Fever and skin tingling may precede rash. Diagnosis based on symptoms or VZV DNA PCR test
Genital herpes is caused by HSV and typically presents with blisters that heal into ulcers. Disease spreads through direct genital contact during sex, with 7.5% annual transmission risk. HSV-1 is more common in developed world, HSV-2 historically more prevalent
Aciclovir treats herpes simplex virus infections, chickenpox, and shingles. Works by inhibiting viral DNA replication through nucleoside analogue mechanism. Available as oral tablets, cream, or injection. Approved for medical use in 1981 by Burroughs Wellcome
Nucleotides consist of nitrogenous base, pentose sugar, and phosphate group. DNA contains four bases: guanine, adenine, cytosine, and thymine. RNA uses uracil instead of thymine. Nucleotides can be radiolabeled using radionuclides