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I have a cold sore and it has travelled to my face and eye which is very sore what should i do?
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See ophthalmologist: The herpes virus can affect the eyelids and the eye itself. You need to see an ophthalmologist to be sure the cornea of the eye is not involved. An oral medication called Acyclovir is often needed for treatment.
Answered 6/24/2014
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