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Viruses, Part 1: DNA Viruses

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As part of our commitment to resident education, Cutis is excited to offer this monthly section with board-relevant, easy-to-review material.

This fact sheet will review the spectrum of DNA viruses that cause or are associated with cutaneous manifestations. DNA virus classification, clinical findings, potential treatments, and other board-relevant facts will be discussed.

5. Which herpesvirus belongs to the Gammaherpesvirinae subfamily?

a. HHV-3

b. HHV-5

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c. HHV-6

d. HHV-7

e. HHV-8

The answers appear on the next page.