Herpes in the eye. - Herpes Message Board

Scared77 · 03-18-2003, 09:05 PM

Has anyone out there every had herpes in the eye?

If so, what can you tell me about it? Was it easy for the doctor to recognise it?

teeyore · 03-19-2003, 06:49 AM

scared77

hi there i would be new as well. i am not sure about the herpes in the eyes. i have read numerous posts and some of them state herpes in places that i would have never thought(legs) honestly i would have to say i do not see why not. i know with a yeast infection(gross i know) you can get them anywhere on your body. if you find out the answer to this please let me know.

TheOneInFour · 03-19-2003, 02:40 PM

Hi Scared,

Herpes of the eye can be very serious, sometimes leading to blindness. It's not uncommon and most doctors should be able to recognise it while having an OB. However, there are many other things that can cause similar symptoms, so don't put off a doctor visit because you figure it must be herpes and it's a done deal.

Let us know how you make out.

TheOneInFour

Scared77 · 03-19-2003, 03:18 PM

Hi teeyore,

Thanks for your reply. I hear that you could possibly spread the herpes virus to a number of places on your body. This would be done by touching an open sore and then another area of your body. It's a simple as that.

I have heard of herpes in the eyes before and it seems to be a very serious problem that can cause blindness.

If anyone has had an experience with it, please let me know.

Thanks.

daisymiller · 03-19-2003, 05:10 PM

I have heard of it, and I'm TERRIFIED of it. I wash my hands completely after being anywhere near my crotch.
Even if there is no OB, you don't know when you're in the shedding stage.