Toddler at Risk of Losing Eye After Being Kissed by Someone with Herpes Virus

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By:Lusia Pio

3/15/20251 min read

Two-year-old Juwan is facing the possibility of losing his eye after contracting the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) from a kiss.

The virus, commonly associated with cold sores, has caused severe complications in his eye, leading to urgent medical intervention.

Doctors warn that herpes can be dangerous for young children, potentially causing vision loss and other serious health issues.

Juwan’s family is now raising awareness about the risks of viral transmission through seemingly harmless gestures, urging parents to be cautious about direct contact with young children.