What is herpes simplex eye infection?
Herpes simplex is a virus which can infect your eye. The infection will probably go away within a couple of weeks. But there’s a chance it could cause more serious problems that might damage your eyesight. Lots of people carry the herpes simplex viruses Viruses are microbes (tiny organisms) that need the cells of humans or other animals to exist. They use the machinery of cells to reproduce. Then they spread to other cells in the body. virus in their body. Usually it doesn’t cause problems. But if the virus infection You get an infection when viruses, bacteria, fungi or other tiny organisms get into your body. These bugs are so tiny that you can’t see them without a microscope. For example, an infection in your airways causes the common cold. And an infection in your skin can cause rashes such as athlete’s foot. infects your eye, it can be uncomfortable. And it could damage your eyesight. There are two types of herpes simplex virus: • In most people, herpes eye infection is caused by h
