👉 Alphaherpesvirus is a type of herpes virus that causes genital warts or vesicles on the skin and can cause painful sores. It was first identified in 1975 by scientists from the University of California, San Francisco.
👉 Alphaherpesviruses are a group of viruses that cause diseases in humans, such as herpes simplex virus (HSV), and can also infect animals like chickens, rabbits, and pigs. They typically spread through direct contact with infected individuals or through contaminated surfaces.