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f you have had chickenpox you very well could receive shingles without any warning. Shingles is a painful rash caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox, and even if a person has already had chicken pox the virus can still live but remain dormant in nerve cells. If then later in life it does become active it can cause shingles also known as herpes zoster. Generally those who suffer from shingles are over the age of 60, and the chances of getting shingles are higher the older you are; however it is not uncommon for young people to get shingles as well.
Many doctors have prescribed medications for treating shingles in the past that contain steroids in them. Recent research has been suggesting avoiding such steroids for treatment, questioning the effectiveness of these steroids. There still remains no definite cure for shingles but there are many natural remedies, and natural skin care available for you to consult with your doctor about. Here are a list of natural remedies and things to do to help relieve the painful symptoms of shingles, and remember to always consult with your health care provider before exploring any new forms of treatment, even if they seem harmless.
1. Eat a healthy diet, try to eliminate sugars, and make sure you are getting plenty of vitamins, B12, E, and C
2. Reduce your stress! Shingles have been known to be triggered by increases anxiety and stress.
3. Avoid wearing tight clothing and itchy fabrics such as wool.
Some natural remedies to consult with your doctor to see if they would help your particular symptoms are.
1. Mix some cayenne pepper with some body lotion such as goats milk lotion and rub on affected area. Cayenne pepper is known to relieve the itching and burning.
2. Take some uncooked oatmeal and mix it up until it becomes a pasty form, and apply to relieve the burning and itching.
3. Apple cider vinegar taken internally and externally can be very affective in relieving symptoms from shingles as well.
4. Also there are many essential oils such as geranium oil, and herbs like lemon balm, oregano, and rosemary that can be use to help reduce symptoms of shingles.
Don’t wait for the symptoms to get much worse before seeking medical attention, shingles can lead to many serious complications, such as skin infections, loss of vision and hearing, long term nerve pain known as postherpetic neuralgia, paralysis on one side of the face, and much more. Though there is no cure for shingles yet, there are many natural remedies to reduce the symptoms. If you or someone you know is suffering from shingles, encourage them to seek out some of these natural treatments with their doctor, and hopefully experience much relief.
35 Responses to “What is Shingles?”
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