This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
[{'content': 'True about herpes simplex genitalis are all except: March 2012 \nSelect and explain. \nA. Caused due to herpes simplex virus, B. Risk of fetal infection is high at term, C. May lead to malignancy, D. Treated by acyclovir', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: C \nExplanation: Ans: C i.e. May lead to malignancy Herpes simplex genitalis From 70-90% of cases of herpes genitalis are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV), type 2 Risk of fetal infection is high in primary genital HSV at term due to high virus shedding compared to a recurrent infection Complications of herpes genitalis include sacral radiculopathy with urinary or fecal retention and aseptic meningitis (rare) Acyclovir 400 mg three times daily for 5 days is the drug of choice when viral culture is positive.', 'role': 'assistant'}]