Eye Herpes - Herpes SImplex Keratitis

Herpes Simplex Keratitis is a reactivation of Herpes Simplex. Also known as Eye Herpes, this complication is mostly harmless but should be treated by a doctor as complications can arise. Also see: St Lukes Eye: Eye Herpes Page.

Keratitis: What is Eye Herpes?

Posted Tue, 06/01/2004 - 16:10 by jack

Herpes Keratitis, commonly known as Eye Herpes is an inflammation of the cornea,
the clear dome that covers the front part of the eye. Herpes
Keratitis is caused by the Herpes Simplex viruses.

Keratitis: Should You See a Doctor for Eye Herpes?

Posted Tue, 06/01/2004 - 13:02 by jack

Yes, you should see a doctor if you suspect you have Herpes
Keratitis. Although many cases of Eye Herpes are harmless
and go away on their own, some cases can be very severe and cause
permanent damage.

Keratitis: Is Eye Herpes Contagious?

Posted Thu, 05/27/2004 - 17:39 by jack

The answer to this question is yes, but it's not quite as simple as that.
Normally you do not catch Herpes Keratitis as it
is a complication that can sometimes follow Herpes Simplex

Keratitis: How Common is Eye Herpes?

Posted Thu, 05/27/2004 - 17:32 by jack

There are about 500,000 people in the US with a history of
Herpetic eye disease. Herpes is a very common family of viruses,
and most people carry some sort of Herpes virus in them for
life.

Keratitis: What Causes Eye Herpes?

Posted Thu, 05/27/2004 - 16:37 by jack

Herpes keratitis, or Eye Herpes, is caused by a reactivation of the already present virus Herpes Simplex. It is not known why theses viruses can
cause Keratitis in some people and not others.