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- Tingling<\/li>\n
- Burning<\/li>\n
- Itching<\/li>\n
- Severe pain even if you just lightly touch it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Symptoms that appear a few days later can include:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- A blistering rash appears and progresses to the formation of blisters that are fluid-filled and appear in clusters<\/li>\n
- Chills<\/li>\n
- Headaches<\/li>\n
- Abdominal pain<\/li>\n
- Increased fatigue<\/li>\n
- Fever, but this is a rare symptom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Afterwards you will see the blisters pop and the fluid will start to ooze out, eventually drying out and forming a crust. \u00a0There are times that there might be severe pain and bleeding in the areas that are affected. \u00a0Normally it will take thirty days for the blisters to heal up. \u00a0They can leave the area on your skin with scars and skin discoloration.<\/p>\n
Causes of Shingles Rash<\/h2>\n
When a person gets the shingle rash it is because the virus has become active again. \u00a0When this happens the severity and reactivation is not predictable. \u00a0Even if you have not had chickenpox you could still become infected but not with the rash if you come in contact with someone who has the shingles rash because it is considered a contagious rash. \u00a0You will instead get the chicken pox.<\/p>\n
Treatment<\/h2>\n
The treatment for shingles rash is mainly planned to help shorten how long the rash will last. \u00a0The treatment will also help to speed up the healing process, relieve the pain that is associated with shingles rash and help reduce the risk of developing complications such as postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) which is the pain of shingles rash can remain for months, even years after the rash has gone, which is treated with medication. \u00a0Another complication a person could develop is Hutchinson\u2019s sign\u00a0which can happen when the blisters of shingles rash appear in the tip of your nose and could result in the swelling of your eye. \u00a0This could cause a temporary loss of vision.<\/p>\n
Some of the treatments that can be used include:<\/p>\n
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- Oral antiviral medication<\/strong> – this is the most common treatment that will help to prevent the virus from causing further infection. \u00a0For people who have a compromised immune system this is what is usually prescribed. In addition to taking these orally they can be given intravenously.<\/li>\n
- Anti-inflammatory medication<\/strong> – this can include medications like corticosteroids to help reduce the inflammation the rash can cause. \u00a0 Corticosteroids are also used to treat the shingle rash if it affects your face or eyes. \u00a0In older adults that develop the shingles rash corticosteroids are usually not used as treatment because of the dangers that are associated with the serious side effects such as vision problems, mood changes, and the ability of this medication to compromise the immune system further.<\/li>\n
- Pain relievers<\/strong> – depending on the severity of the stinging pain these can be either over-the-counter or prescription medications.<\/li>\n
- Cold compresses<\/strong> – to help with the irritation and swelling associated with the shingles rash you can apply these to the affected areas several times a day or as needed.<\/li>\n
- Anti-itching medication<\/strong> – this can include calamine lotion or an anti-itching cream, either over-the-counter or prescription, give you relief from the itchiness.<\/li>\n
- Anti-bacterial medication<\/strong> – this will help prevent and treat any bacterial infections. \u00a0Before you apply this medication make sure that you wash your hands thoroughly before and after you apply it. \u00a0You also want to make sure that you trim your nails to help prevent any bacteria from getting caught under your nails resulting in the bacteria getting into the area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What treatment is exactly used will depend on your health, the distribution of the rash, and your medical history. \u00a0If you feel you are suffering from shingles rash you should see your physician as soon as possible so treatment can be started. \u00a0One thing to remember is that the most important part of treating the shingles rash is to keep the area affected from becoming infected. \u00a0If you are scratching you could get bacteria in an open sore as the result of scratching. \u00a0If bacteria gets into the area it can cause more pain and further inflammation. \u00a0Make sure that you keep the area clean by washing it with warm water and soap. \u00a0There is also now a shingles vaccine you can get to help prevent the shingles vaccine from developing. \u00a0If you do get the shingles rash after having the vaccine it duration and severity will be shorter.<\/p>\n
Shingles Rash Pictures<\/h2>\n
- Anti-inflammatory medication<\/strong> – this can include medications like corticosteroids to help reduce the inflammation the rash can cause. \u00a0 Corticosteroids are also used to treat the shingle rash if it affects your face or eyes. \u00a0In older adults that develop the shingles rash corticosteroids are usually not used as treatment because of the dangers that are associated with the serious side effects such as vision problems, mood changes, and the ability of this medication to compromise the immune system further.<\/li>\n
- Oral antiviral medication<\/strong> – this is the most common treatment that will help to prevent the virus from causing further infection. \u00a0For people who have a compromised immune system this is what is usually prescribed. In addition to taking these orally they can be given intravenously.<\/li>\n
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