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Introduction The optimal treatment regimen for herpes simplex-1 (HSV-1) encephalitis is ill-defined. Current guidelines recommend the initiation of acyclovir in all suspected cases of encephalitis; however, there is limited research regarding the details of acyclovir treatment or the adjuvant use of corticosteroids. Specifically, there is a paucity of evidence-based guidelines detailing the optimal management of HSV-1 encephalitis in immunocompetent patients. In this study, we conducted a review of cases of immunocompetent patients with HSV-1 encephalitis to compare patterns in treatment and outcomes. Methods A review of the literature was performed using PubMed using the terms herpes encephalitis, HSV, herpes zoster, and immunocompetent to identify cases of HSV-1 encephalitis in immunocompetent patients. The results were screened for cases describing the treatment regimen of HSV-1 encephalitis-positive, immunocompetent patients. Results Six cases were identified. All six patients were treated with acyclovir with one patient receiving adjuvant corticosteroid therapy. Additionally, three patients were found to have acyclovir resistance and were transitioned to foscarnet. Eventually, one patient expired, two patients recovered with chronic morbidities of varying severity, and three patients made a full recovery. Discussion Inconsistencies in the patient's disease course, therapeutic regimen, and comorbidities could all play a role in the varying case outcomes. While the optimal timing and composition of therapies in HSV-1 encephalitis in immunocompetent patients are still unclear, it seems the timely administration of antiviral treatment remains essential. Further research is needed to optimize HSV-1 encephalitis therapeutic regimens and improve patient outcomes.
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