This may lead to a severe eye infection known as herpes keratitis. If not promptly treated, eye damage may result. The second relates only to labial herpes or cold sores. The third problem relates to transferring the virus to newborn babies. If a woman has active genital herpes at the time of delivery, there's a chance the infant will contract the disease.
Caesarian section is performed if the herpes virus is detectable at the time of delivery.
UNM students may be seen at the Student Health Center for any matter relating to genital herpes. Care is also available through the Public Health Department or any of the public or private medical facilities in Albuquerque. The Student Health Center on campus can be reached at 277-3136. For information on eligibility for services at the UNM Student Health Center, please see General Information .