Glossary
Antivirals: Drugs used to treat infections caused by viruses.Chickenpox: A contagious disease that causes a rash and a fever; most commonly during childhood
Herpes Virus: A member of the herpes family of viruses.
Herpes simplex: Virus which causes blister-like sores on the face, lips, mouth, or genitals; in rare cases, can also affect the eyes, fingers, or brain
Shingles: Nerve infection due to the herpes zoster virus.
Varicella Zoster: A type of virus which causes chicken pox and shingles. It belongs to the herpes family.