Do you know the "three C's of measles"? As measles outbreaks emerge in the U.S., it is important to know the symptoms and ...

In patients with HSV-1 infections in their eyes, scientists have noticed elevated levels of an enzyme called heparanase (HPSE). HPSE is triggered by the presence of HSV-1, and this protein seems to ...

Michelle Saaiman’s two-year-old Juwan lost his sight when a herpes cold sore started growing in his eye seven months ago. Complications from the infection saw the child almost lose his eye entirely ...

Herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1) is commonly known for causing blisters and sores. But in some cases, the virus can migrate to the eye or nervous system, causing severe, chronic symptoms. Now, a ...

HSV-1 is typically transmitted through direct contact with saliva or infected surfaces, often resulting in cold sores. However, previous studies have shown that the virus can also travel to the eye ...

Have you ever noticed how much your eyes seem to suffer during the summer months? The sun, heat, and additional outdoor time all can make them more susceptible to infection. Whether it's from ...

and eyes; coexistent bacterial or fungal superinfection. Tests: Virus can be cultured, or HSV antigen can be detected with direct immunofluorescence and ELISA. Antibodies peak 12-21 days after ...

a specialist eventually gave the puzzling diagnosis that Juwan had herpes simplex virus (HSV) in his eye. Juwan’s eye turned green from the medication, showing where the herpes cold sore was ...

Herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1) is commonly known for causing blisters and sores. But in some cases, the virus can migrate to ...