Herpes simplex ocular disease.
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.
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
D000998:Antiviral Agents