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Shingles (Herpes Zoster) : Treatments

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Treatments could include:
  • Washing Blisters

Treatments Overview Articles

Herpes zoster
Herpes zoster usually disappears on its own. You may only need treatment to relieve pain.Your doctor may prescribe an antiviral medicine called acyclovir.
Source:ADAM
Date:June 19, 2008
Shingles
Shingles almost always resolves spontaneously and may not require any treatment except for the relief of symptoms. In most people, the condition clears on its own in one or two weeks and seldom recurs.Cool, wet compresses may help reduce pain.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Shingles
A person with shingles should immediately see a doctor or health practitioner. Although the condition generally clears up within three to five weeks, treatment can ease the painful symptoms.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Herpes Zoster
Severely immunocompromised individuals, such as those with cancer, may require intravenous administration of antiviral drugs. Preventive administration of acyclovir to seropositive patients(people who have evidence in their blood of past infection...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
Shingles
Unless there are complications such as in a person with AIDS, or a child with leukemia, a primary physician can usually treat shingles.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders

Specific Treatments Articles

Ice Packs vs. Warm Compresses For Pain
Detailed information on whether to use heat or cold when treating sore muscles or an injury
Source:StayWell
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