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I have been diagnosed with glaucoma but i am also affected by ocular herpes simplex. i have been prescribed with acyclovir. is this permanent ?
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Separate problems: The glaucoma and ocular herpes are entirely different from one another. Acyclovir for herpes will not be permanent; usually 7-10 days treatment is sufficient. Glaucoma treatment will need to continue for life to prevent serious eye damage that can lead to blindness.
Answered 2/5/2018
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