What Is Shingles?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
9. Treatment
Treatment for shingles consists of two aspects: fighting the virus and managing the symptoms. Antiviral treatment aims to relieve the symptoms, prevent any complications, and decrease the possibility of the rash coming back. Taking painkillers, reducing triggers and risk factors such as stress, eating well, exercising regularly, and wearing comfortable clothes are recommended in the management of the symptoms.
Calamine lotion, taking regular lukewarm baths, and washing your clothes with non-irritating chemicals are helpful. Some people recover through the use of home treatment. However, if the symptoms remain, you should seek medical help.
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