The herpes simplex virus infection on the finger is known as herpetic whitlow. Grouped, fluid-filled or pus-filled, blisters are typical and usually itch and/or are painful. Herpetic whitlow is the term for herpes infection of the finger, which includes clustered blisters or pus-filled lesions. The blisters of a herpetic whitlow infection can be blood tinged. Blisters are common in the first occurrence of the herpes simplex virus. The blisters of a herpetic infection are usually grouped together, as displayed in this image. This image displays blisters on a finger typical of a herpes simplex infection.
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Herpetic Whitlow  Information for adults

Picture of Herpetic Whitlow: The herpes simplex virus infection on the finger is known as herpetic whitlow. Grouped, fluid-filled or pus-filled, blisters are typical and usually itch and/or are painful. Divider line
The herpes simplex virus infection on the finger is known as herpetic whitlow. Grouped, fluid-filled or pus-filled, blisters are typical and usually itch and/or are painful.
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References


Bolognia, Jean L., ed. Dermatology, pp.1237-1238. New York: Mosby, 2003.

Freedberg, Irwin M., ed. Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine. 6th ed, pp.1317, 2063, 2068. New York: McGraw-Hill, 2003.

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MedlinePlus: Hand Injuries and Disorders
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