There is no cure for herpes. Zovirax is available as an oral tablet taken five times a day, or as a cream that you put on the sores. A doctor's prescription is needed to obtain it. There are newer medications that have recently been made available that are only taken twice a day. In adult women there is a risk that herpes infection can lead to cancer of the cervix.
People can get herpes infections in their eyes.
This happens when they touch an area of themselves that has a herpes sore, and then they rub their eyes. Consistent condom use will greatly decrease the likelihood of spreading herpes but there is no such thing as no risk. Sexual contact should be completely avoided when a person is having an outbreak of the sores. Hand washing after using the toilet or touching a sore will prevent infection in the eyes. If you are infected with herpes, it is your job to do your best to prevent others from getting herpes from you.