Herpesvirus eye infection

Pathology

• herpes viruses can affect almost every ocular structure, from cornea to retina

Management

• antiviral treatment for Herpes zoster
  • acyclovir, valacyclovir or famciclovir
  • topical antiviral agent for herpes simplex dendrite
• refer to ophthalmology within 24 hours

More general terms

• eye infection (ocular infection)
• Herpes virus infection

More specific terms

• Herpes simplex keratitis; dendritic keratitis
• Herpes zoster ophthalmicus