Vita Skin Care Blog Features Shingles Information
Posted on
March 21, 2012
in Dermatology
Shingles Information
What Are Shingles?
Shingles are actually the same virus as the chickenpox virus people have as children, but years later the virus reappears in a different form.
Shingles Symptoms
- painful, stinging, itchy rash
- low grade fever or chills
- headache
- break out of blisters
Shingles Treatment And Prevention
Some people suffer so greatly that they turn to the power of painkillers and even anti-seizure medications. Some find relief from acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine. Some also find it helps to use over-the-counter capsaicin cream.
While there is no guarantee it will prevent shingles, there is a shingle vaccine available.
Visit the full Vita Dermatology Shingles Blog Post for more information on Shingles.