Neonatal herpes simplex is a HSV infection in an infant. It is a rare but serious condition, usually caused by vertical transmission of HSV-1 or -2) from mother to newborn. During immunodeficiency, herpes simplex can cause unusual lesions in the skin.
Finding your pulse. You can find your pulse in places where an artery passes close to your skin, such as your wrist or neck. To find your pulse in your wrist: 1  hold out one of your hands, with your palm facing upwards and your elbow slightly bent. 2  put the first finger (index) and middle finger of your other hand on the inside of your wrist, at the base of your thumb.
How to find and check your pulse. Your pulse can be found where an artery passes close to the skin, such as your neck or wrist. How to find your pulse in your wrist. 1  Hold one of your hands out with the palm facing upwards and the elbow slightly bent. 2  Place your index (first) and middle fingers of your other hand on the inside of your wrist, just below the base of your thumb. 3  Press the two fingers lightly on your skin until you feel your pulse.