What parts of the eye are affected by herpes?
The herpes virus can affect almost any part of the eye. The eyelids can develop a rash of vesicles, the conjunctiva become inflamed and the cornea infected. The classic superficial cornea lesion (dendrite) and deep cornea infections can lead to permanent scarring and loss of vision. Iritis (inflammation of the uvea) and retinitis (inflammation of the retina) can also cause serious vision problems.
