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Stromal Viral Keratitis

One of the main conditions after herpes simplex virus (HSV)-1 infection resulting in vision loss or blindness is herpes stromal keratitis (HSK). The suggested treatment for HSV stromal keratitis without ulceration should include a topical corticosteroid for at least ten weeks, and a preventive oral antiviral, as corneal scarring and neovascularization produced by inflammation, are the main causes of visual impairment.

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Query: Hi doctor, I am suffering from stromal viral keratitis. My doctor mentioned in my report as stromal keratitis (herpes). Is that herpes? Also I was prescribed Pred forte, Add Tears and Acivir ointment. Are these right medicines? This is the second episode after five years. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Geetha Priyadarsini Kamminana

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Let me share some facts about viral infection of eye. Primary viral infection of the eye is usually followed by recurrent infection that may involve any or all layers of cornea. Cornea has three layers: epithelium, stroma and endothelium. It is when the stroma affect...  Read Full »

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