Herpes Simplex Keratitis Flashcards

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how does this most commonly present?

A

dendritic corneal ulcer.

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Presenting symptoms of herpes simplex keratitis

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  • red, painful eye
  • photophobia
  • watery eyes
  • reduced visual acuity
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Ix to look for dendritic corneal ulcer

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fluorescein staining

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Management of herpes simplex keratitis

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referral to an ophthalmologist
topical aciclovir

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