There may also be eye pain and redness, inflammation of the conjunctiva, cornea or uvea, and sensitivity to light.

Complications may include visual impairment, increased pressure within the eye, chronic pain,[1][2][3] and stroke.

This test is rapid, easy to perform, and is highly sensitive and specific method for diagnosing this condition.

[citation needed] Shingles affects up to one half million people in the United States per year, of which 10% to 25% is HZO.

[citation needed] Typical HZO keratitis at least mild iritis, especially if Hutchinson's sign is positive for the presence of vesicles upon the tip of the nose.

Features:[8] This non-granulomatous iridocyclitis is associated with: HZO uveitis is associated with complications such as iris atrophy and secondary glaucoma are not uncommon.