What Does Herpes Look Like Around Your Eye

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Herpes Zoster (Shingles)

What Is Shingles? Shingles is a very painful disease caused by the same herpes virus that causes chicken pox (varicella zoster virus). Like other herpes viruses, the varicella-zoster virus has an initial infectious stage, (chicken pox) followed by a dormant stage. Then, with no warning, the virus becomes active again. About 20% of people who have had chicken pox will eventually develop shingles. This reactivation of the virus is most likely to...

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SOCKET EYE LOOK

DEAR NELSON I'VE BEEN TAKING ATRIPLA FOR ALMOST TWO YEARS WITH AMAZING RESULTS ON MY BLOOD LEVES.BUT MY CONCERN IS ABOUT THE WAY MY EYE AROUND AREA LOOKS LIKE.FEELS AND LOOK THE SKIN AROUND THE EYES IS THINNING GIVING ME THAT SOCKET EYE TIRED...

Response from Nelson Vergel, B.S.Ch.E., M.B.A.

Program for Wellness Restoration

Do you have loss of fat or tissue in the cheeks or any other areas? Lipoatrophy is rare in those taking Atripla, but it has been detected in around 15% of people. We do not know if some people may be genetically more prone to lipoatrophy, but there... Read more »

risk of exposure to eyes (EYE EXPOSURE) (SEMEN and EYE CONTACT)

I have read two different responses on your boad about the risk of getting semen in your eyes. I did something stupid and was jerking a guy and when he ejaculated, some go in my eyes. I wiped with a tissue and then immediately rinsed with water....

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,As you might imagine, you are not the only one who has experienced this "occupational hazard." I'll reprint just a few of the many posts from the archives that address this topic.Are you at "high risk"? No.Is there some... Read more »

Rash in eye socket and around nose and mouth

I stopped treatment of Sustiva/Combivir after 5 years of high T cells at 1100 with an undetectable viral load. This holiday lasted 2.5 years, my viral load skyrocketed to > 100k and T cells progressivly dropped down to 350. 5-6 months ago around...

Response from Brian Conway, M.D.

University of British Columbia

First, don't beat yourself up. You tried adrug holiday, and it could have worked. It didn't, and you started up your medications very appropriately.Now, there are three possibilities for your rash:1. It relates to some medication... Read more »

very small blisters(size of a pimple) on foot and skin around eye redness

Dr. Henry,I have a two part question. I have been undectable for four years now and my cd4 is 355, about a year ago I switched from Atripla to Reyataz, Norvir and Truvada. Twice in the past 2 years I have developed a sore on the bottom of my left...

Response from Keith Henry, M.D.

University of Minnesota, School of Medicine

Other infections such as methicillin resistance staph would be a particular concern. Rubbing from shoes, fungal infections, and other conditions could be involved--may need to seek consultation with dermatologist or podiatrists if problems persists.... Read more »

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Take A look through my Eyes

Posted by Survivor, 1 Reply

There are those who have helped transition folks from being a normal everyday bloke to one who has found out he/she is positive. For those people in our lives, I am truly greatful...

Close your eyes and listen....

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genital herpes or herpes simplex

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Could herpes cause changes in your mouth like dry mouth, white hairy tongue? Thanks for your response.

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Looking for a focus group in NYC

Posted by Anonymous

Do you have Herpes and live in New York City?

Are you between the ages of 18-50, have had Herpes for at least 9 months and would be willing spend an hour to share your experiences with me in a confidential environment?

If so, please call me at 212... Read more »

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