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2019-10-22 13:49:33
Is it possible to heal herpes in eyes? Is herpes in eyes cause blindness? I am scared that I read in the internet that herpes may lead to blindness
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Hello Herpes may cause blindness but its very rare. It mostly affects lids, cornea and conjunctiva which heals with proper treatment.

Answered2019-10-23 02:05:04

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