Shingles, also referred to as herpes zoster, is a viral infection of a nerve and the skin around it. The infection is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, which is also the same virus that causes chickenpox. For many people who have had chicken pox before, the shingles virus remains dormant in … [Read more...] about 3 Most Common Treatments for Shingles
Shingles: Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
Shingles (Herpes Zoster) is a viral infection. It causes a painful rash that is typically seen on your midsection. Shingles is caused by the same strand of virus that produces chicken pox. It is possible that the virus remains in your body, if you’ve had chickenpox before. The virus can … [Read more...] about Shingles: Causes, Symptoms & Treatments