Shingles | search
Click here to view Shingles news from 60+ newspapers.
Bookmark or Share- Zóster - Síntomas y causas - Mayo ClinicObtén más información sobre los síntomas, causas, tratamiento y vacunación preventiva de esta afección dolorosa que ataca el sistema nervioso.
- Can I use hydrocortisone cream on shingles rash? - Drugs.comThe shingles rash is contagious until all the blisters have scabbed over and are dry. If the blisters are covered with a dressing, it is unlikely that the virus will pass on to others. In general, it is best to avoid applying lotions or creams (eg, moisturizer) to the affected area, as this can further irritate the skin.
- Shingles - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo ClinicThere's no cure for shingles. Early treatment with prescription antiviral drugs may speed healing and lower your risk of complications. These drugs include: Acyclovir (Zovirax) Famciclovir; Valacyclovir (Valtrex) Shingles can cause severe pain, so your health care provider also may prescribe: Capsaicin topical patch (Qutenza)
- Shingles (herpes zoster) Guide: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment OptionsShingles also can cause fatigue, a low-grade fever and mild muscle aches. Diagnosis. Shingles can be difficult to diagnose before visible signs of the disease appear. Once a rash and blisters appear, your doctor probably will diagnose shingles based on your symptoms and the appearance of your skin.
- Shingles vaccine: Should I get it? - Mayo ClinicThe shingles vaccine Zostavax is no longer sold in the U.S. It is sold in other countries. If you had a Zostavax vaccine, you should still get Shingrix. Some people get shingles even with the vaccine. But the vaccine may reduce how bad shingles is and how long it lasts.
More
