Table 4 The relationship among serum zinc level, duration, and recurrence of lesions
| Herpes (N = 43) | Minimum | Maximum | Mean | SD | Pearson correlation | p value* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duration of lesions | 7.5 days | 15.5 days | 10.0581 days | 2.13589 | − 0.391 | 0.009 |
| Recurrence rate | 3 times a year | 10 times a year | 5.2674 | 2.51270 | − 0.009 | 0.953 |