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Learn more about Shingles
Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is shingles?
This disease is caused by the Varicella (or chickenpox) virus reactivating. It can be triggered by stress, aging, or a weakened immune system.
Symptoms of shingles
Skin abnormality
Tingling, numbing chest pain
Decreased sensation over skin
Affected area of skin has stinging or tingling
Numbness or abnormal sensation
Pain in the region, followed by red spots and blisters 2-3 days later
Headache with sharp, electric shock-like pain
Blisters
Questions your doctor may ask to check for shingles
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose shingles
Do you have any skin problems?
Does your chest pain feel like a numbing pain?
Do you feel the sensation on your skin has changed?
Do you have any pain or tingling in the affected areas of the skin?
Do you feel any numbness or change in sensation?
Treatment for shingles
There is no cure for shingles, but starting medicines early can help to speed up recovery and prevent future problems like nerve pain. Medicines should ideally be started within 72 hours of your first symptom. The doctor may also prescribe painkillers.
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References
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Herpes Zoster (Shingles) Patient-Centered Wound Outcomes: A Literature Review. Adv Skin Wound Care. 2021 May 1;34(5):1. doi: 10.1097/01.ASW.0000741896.24399.43. PMID: 33852468.
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