Herpes simplex corneae - Altmeyers Encyclopedia

Definition
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Herpes simplex infection of the cornea. A distinction is made between a superficial form ( keratitis dendritica) and a deep form (keratitis disciformis).

Complication(s)(associated diseases
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Formation of corneal ulcers and scars.

External therapy
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In cooperation with the ophthalmologist 3-5 times/day Zovirax eye ointment for 8 weeks.
Cycloplegia e.g. with Homatropin-POS 1% (once/day 1 trp. into the conjunctival sac). Otherwise disinfectant, astringent, possibly antibiotic local therapeutic agents. S.a.u. Herpes simplex virus infections.

Internal therapy
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Systemic treatment with Aciclovir (e.g. Zovirax) 3 times 10 (max. 20) mg/kg bw/day i.v. for 1 week, followed by 2 weeks Aciclovir (Zovirax Tbl.) 5 times/day 200 mg p.o.