title: Herpes simplex ocular disease.
abstract: The present epidemic of genital herpes has led to broad concern among both physicians and lay persons. For those who specialize in cornea and external disease, this new awareness provides a much needed opportunity to discuss ocular herpetic disease. Through ongoing medical education, great strides are being made toward early diagnosis and appropriate therapy. The primary care physician occupies a pivotal position in these efforts.
mesh_terms: D000998:Antiviral Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D007500:Iritis / Q000209:etiology; D007635:Keratitis, Dendritic / Q000145:classification / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000473:pathology; D012008:Recurrence; D014456:Ulcer / Q000209:etiology
chemical_list: D000998:Antiviral Agents