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Shingles is a skin disease which is caused by the same virus that causes chicken pox. It is self limiting disease which heals automatically and therefore there is no immediate medicinal
cure for shingles. Shingles first appears in the
form of skin rashes which later take the shape
of blisters.
Eventually the
blisters are filled up with fluids. After a
period of one to two weeks the blisters result
in skin crusts and the skin begins the healing
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However as shingles is a painful diseases accompanied by burning and itching sensation and an excruciating pain therefore it is essential to get some cure for the symptoms.
Although shingles may last as long as 14 days yet with the help of a few remedies you can get relief from the symptoms to some extent. If you are experience pain and burning sensation then you should put ice bags on the affected areas. This will give e you temporary yet much needed relief.
Another cure for shingles may be washing the affected areas with cold water and a mild soap. This will subsidise the burning sensation and feeling of uneasiness.
Apart from that doctors prescribe electronic nerve stimulation therapy to patients who experience severe and painful symptoms, In order to relieve the pain electrodes are positioned on the affected areas and a current of electrical impulses excite the nerve pathways. However, it should be remembered that this method works for some while not so effective for others.
Apart from all these relaxation therapies can also act as the
cure for shingles. This is because stressful situations tend to increase the symptoms. Therefore, meditation and Yoga may help. The doctor may also prescribe some sedatives and anti itching ointments to relieve the uneasiness.
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