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How likely am i to get hsv2 in my eye? i have hav2 genital. i had a crusty corner eyelid a week ago, turned into 2-3 small ulcers that itch, now they dont crust but theyre small and few more-5 little ones, itch /dont hurt eye. is it hsv blephartis?
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Not zero risk, but probably not HSV2 in your eye. People are very resistant (often completely immune) to new infection with the same HSV type they already have, anywhere on the body. Self transfer of infections (auto-inoculation) occurs mostly in the 2-3 months after catching the virus. Still, maybe wise to play it safe and have your eye tested by PCR; or treat with acyclovir or valacyclovir.
Answered 4/23/2023
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