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Herpangina

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Herpangina is an uncommon disease caused by coxsackie A virus, affecting all ages.

There are small vesicles surrounded by a red margin on the fauces of the pharynx. These ulcerate after bursting.

Treatment is supportive; analgesia is important.


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