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| USMLE Step 1 Mnemonics Mnemonics, acronyms, reminders, and memorizing tips for the USMLE Step 1 |
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Herpes Simplex Type 1 and Type 2
Above the waist = Type 1
therefore Gingivostomatitis, Keratoconjunctivitis, and Meningoencephalitis Below the waist = Type 2 therefore Genital infections Since the neonate acquires the disease from the mother while passing through the birth canal (maternal genital herpes), neonatal infections are usually Type 2 regardless of whether it's infection of the eyes, skin, or brain. 
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12-16-2009
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HIV Patients HSV Esophagitis
Even HSV esophagitis in HIV patients follows the rule. It's HSV type 1 and it's above the waist.
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