Herpes simplex type 1 is the same virus that causes cold sores on the lips and mouth. In the eye, it usually causes an infection of the cornea . This infection is called herpes simplex keratitis.

A cold sore might seem like a minor nuisance. But behind that tingling lip is one of the world’s most widespread and cunning ...

Eye infections are pretty common and easy to spot. You may notice everything from redness, itching, and swelling, to pain and blurry vision. We’ll explore the most common causes and treatments.

Researchers discovered that HSV-1 (herpes simplex virus) actively reshapes the 3D layout of human DNA within hours of ...

Another parent sent their child to daycare with a cold sore — also known as herpes simplex virus. Talitha Akamarmoi. She had herpes simplex keratitis — a viral infection of the eye.

Killeen Independent School District/Facebook. P arents of a toddler were shocked to find out that an infection in his eye was actually caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV).Several months ago ...

Some forms, like Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) keratitis, are contagious and can spread through contact with an infected person. Trachoma "Trachoma is a long-term eye infection caused by the ...

Once a person is infected with the herpes simplex virus (HSV), it remains in your body for life, but will often remain dormant and not cause symptoms. Get in touch with our news team by emailing ...

Singer-songwriter Elton John has reported vision loss due to an eye infection. Dr. Derek Cunningham explains how this extreme outcome can happen and what to watch for.

Early adrenal infection by herpes simplex virus type-1 (Miyama + GC strain): special reference to inoculation dose and spread from the adrenal to the central nervous system, Virchows Archiv B Cell ...

The peer-reviewed research, published Tuesday in the journal Sexually Transmitted Infections, estimated that about 1 in 5 people, or 846 million, are infected with genital herpes simplex virus and ...