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Can a person get an std in their eyes?

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Dr. Colin McCannel answered

Specializes in Retinal Surgery

Yes!!!: Herpes, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and pubic lice can all end up infecting the eye. Be careful, no "groin fluids" into the eyes....

Dr Davis agreed

Answered 9/13/2013

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