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Herpes… for the eye?

Yes, herpes can affect the eye. One herpetic condition that inflicts the eye is herpes zoster–otherwise known as shingles. The Virus Shingles is caused by the varicella zoster virus. The primary … Continue reading

April 30, 2013 · 4 Comments

Pink Eye

Given the number of colds and viral infections this season, I’ve seen a lot of pink eye. Some of my friends and people I work with have even caught pink … Continue reading

April 4, 2013 · 1 Comment

Do antibiotics cause retinal detachments?

Until now, I would have answered this question with an emphatic, No! Now, given a story published today at Reuters, I say, maybe… The Reuters piece references a recent article … Continue reading

April 5, 2012 · 2 Comments

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