Abstract
Herpes simplex viral infection of the digits, also known as herpetic whitlow, is a rather common hand problem encountered in dental and medical personnel. Treatment is controversial. This report summarises the author’s successful experience in a series of ten patients using a non-operative local care technique, supplemented when indicated by a systemic antiviral agent.
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