Which of the following is not true regarding herpes zoster ophthalmicus:
Correct Answer: Dendritic ulcers are seen
Description: Pseudodendritic and not dendritic ulcers are seen. Herpes zoster ophthalmicus Acute infection of Gasserian ganglion of 5th cranial nerve by VZV MC nerve involved Frontal nerve, most specific nerve involved: Nasociliary Can involve all pas of eye though they are strictly limited to one side of head Pseudodendritic ulcer: HZV & Acanthamoeba. Pseudodendrites don't have terminal bulbs as seen in dendritic ulcer and more peripheral. Ocular Features Follicular conjunctivitis & hemorrhagic conjunctivitis Punctate epithelial keratitis Nummular keratitis: Tiny granular deposits surrounded by stromal haze Disciform keratitis Dendritic ulcers are caused by Herpes Simplex Virus not HZV
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