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dendritic ulcer

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dendritic ulcer

In medicine, a branching ulcer on the surface of the cornea that is caused by infection with the Herpes simplex virus. Such infections are painful and can result in loss of vision if they remain untreated. The infection is treated with eye drops or ointments that contain antiviral agents.



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