Just found out I have shingles. Can shingles be treated?

... virus can wake up and cause shingles, also called herpes zoster. It gives you a rash, too, but it's often more painful than itchy. A blistering rash on one side of your body can be a sign you have it. See your doctor to find out for sure. read more

Shingles is also known as herpes zoster but is a different type of virus although both chicken pox and shingles belongs to the same herpes class. Usually after you get shingles, within 72 hours, its good if you get an anti viral medicine. It should be taken every 4 hours to prevent further multiplication of the virus. read more

I was just diagnosed with shingles last evening. When the welts first appeared I thought that I had hives and used topical Benadryl. This provided some relief from the intense itchiness. I have used a cold compress to calm the nerves and also a topical cooling product called Biofreeze. read more

THE MOST IMPORTANT TIP FOR SHINGLES. I know that this is a lot of information so give yourself time to take it all in. Perhaps, more importantly take this one piece of advice: RELAX. Shingles is usually brought on by stress in your life. read more