HERPES

I Need Help with Ocular Herpes

Dear Dr. Tom:

I am a 31 year old male. I first had an attack of HSV in 1994 it attacked my left eye (internal). I have been on antiviral and steroids since then. The attacks have reoccurred several times. Each time my sight deteriorates further. I need help.
Yours sincerely, Mr. G. M.

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Dr. Tom’s Response:

Dear Mr. G. M.:

I am extremely sorry for your deteriorating eyesight. For you to be on antivirals and steroids, you surely must have been under the care of an ophthalmologist (eye physician) who should have explained to you the possible pathway your infection might follow. If this is not the case, I strongly suggest that you consult such a physician in your community or that you go elsewhere for such care. Major medical centers in large urban areas or university medical centers will have such professionals on staff. I wish you the very best.

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