Herpes zoster ophthalmicus

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Photograph of herpes zoster ophthalmicus

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Herpes zoster ophthalmicus is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox (varicella-zoster virus). Herpes zoster is commonly called shingles. If shingles affects a certain nerve (trigeminal nerve) in the head, it causes itching, tingling, and a rash on the forehead, cheek, nose, and around one eye. It potentially threatens eyesight.

Medical Review:Wajeeh E. Nasser, MD - Family Medicine
Randall D. Burr, MD - Dermatology
Last Updated: 03/21/2007

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