This condition is simply shingles that involves the eyes and surrounding areas.
This condition is caused by reactivation of the varicella zoster virus in the trigeminal ganglion supplying the ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve.
Signs and symptoms includes characteristic rash on one side of the face, pain, itching, blurring vision and on rare cases keratitis.
Immunocompromised patients, patients who have had chicken pox in the past are at risk of contracting herpes zoster OPHTHALMICUS.
Treatment includes the use of antiviral tablets, and antiviral ointment, and anti- inflammatory drugs.
