Which of the following is true of dendritic ulcer –a) Caused by Herpes simplex virusb) Topical corticosteroid given suppresses the symptomsc) Oral acyclovir is effective in treatmentd) Topical acyclovir is effective in treatmente) Heals spontaneously
High-Yield Explanation
A dendritic ulcer is a typical lesion of Herpetic keratitis. It is treated with topical acyclovir (not oral).
Topical corticosteroids are contraindicated.
Spontaneous healing does not occur.