Health
Shingles in the eye is dangerous and can cause blindness — here’s how to prevent it – Business Insider Australia
Shingles is a painful rash caused by a reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. It’s a very common condition, as one out of three people will develop it throughout their lifetime, most often after the age of 50. Altho…
- Shingles in the eye, aka herpes zoster ophthalmicus, occurs in about 10% to 20% of all shingles cases.
- It can result in complications like damage to the cornea and blindness, so it’s important to see your doctor right away.
- You can prevent shingles in the eye by getting the Shingrix vaccine.
- This article was medically reviewed by Benjamin Bert, MD, an ophthalmologist at MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Centre in Fountain Valley, California.
Continue Reading
-
Noosa News13 hours agoChild, 15, arrested over death of another child, 8, after shocking e-bike crash in Queensland
-
Noosa News12 hours agoLyka Doggie Date Night at Moonlight Cinema
-
Noosa News12 hours agoQueensland Drug and Alcohol Court provides sentencing options – Proctor
-
Business14 hours agoSolid superannuation gains continue to roll in