A 35-year-old female presents with redness, pain, and blurry vision in her left eye. On examination, there are dendritic ulcers on fluorescein staining. What is the likely diagnosis, and how should it be managed?
This patient's symptoms suggest herpes simplex keratitis, an infection of the cornea caused by HSV-1. It is typically treated with topical and sometimes oral antiviral medication, such as acyclovir or valacyclovir. It is important to refer the patient to an ophthalmologist for appropriate management to prevent complications, including vision loss.