Mucosal Shedding of Human Herpesvirus 8 in Men

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Authors

John Pauk · University of Washington

Meei-Li Huang · University of Washington

Scott J. Brodie · University of Washington

Anna Wald · University of Washington

David M. Koelle · University of Washington

Timothy W. Schacker · University of Minnesota

Connie Celum ·

Abstract

Oral exposure to infectious saliva is a potential risk factor for the acquisition of HHV-8 among men who have sex with men. Hence, currently recommended safer sex practices may not protect against HHV-8 infection.

Topics & Keywords

Viral-associated cancers and disorders Cytomegalovirus and herpesvirus research Parvovirus B19 Infection Studies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: New England Journal of Medicine

Volume 343, Issue 19, pp. 1369-1377

DOI: 10.1056/nejm200011093431904

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