Tips and Treatment

Introduction Shingles is a viral infection that can cause a great deal of pain and discomfort. Anyone who has had chickenpox is at risk of developing this viral infection. In some cases, it can be pretty serious. This article will discuss how to prevent shingles from getting worse and the necessary precautions you need to take to avoid infections and other complications. What precautions should I […]

What is Shingles? Shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful rash. It is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, which is the same virus that causes chickenpox. You can only get shingles if you have previously had chickenpox. After chickenpox, the virus lies inactive in your nerve cells. It can reactivate years later, causing shingles. The pain of shingles can be intense and often