Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding genital herpes?

A) Reappearance of lesions is the result of new infections.
B) It can only be transmitted when lesions are evident.
C) There is an effective vaccine to prevent infection.
D) Acyclovir is effective in reducing the occurrence of lesions, but is not a cure.
E) Herpes can be prevented using vaginal spermicidal creams.


D
Bloom's Taxonomy: Comprehension
Section: Viral STDs
Learning Outcome: 24.27

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