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Viral Skin Infections

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Viral skin infections require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below is some additional information regarding viral skin infections, for which we have provided a brief overview.

Herpes Zoster (Shingles)

Pityriasis Rosea

Warts

Molluscum Contagiosum

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