Herpes simplex keratitis is caused due to recurrent herpes simplex virus infection in the cornea. Generally, it begins with the infection of epithelial cells from the eye surface and then retrograde infection of nerves from the corneal region. The prognosis of HSV keratitis is easier but needs to be managed aggressively. This article provides practice essentials for HSV keratitis infection. The earliest sign of HCS infection is the development of small, raised, clear vesicles.
Of these dendritic ulcers are the most common representation of HSV keratitis. It includes swollen epithelial borders of the braches and central ulceration through the basement membrane. While neuropathic keratopathy includes the irregular corneal surface. necrotizing stromal keratitis includes dense stromal infiltrate, ulceration, and necrosis. Patients with ocular HSV with previous stromal involvement have the…
