Shingles

Complications of Shingles
For most, although a case of shingles is extremely uncomfortable, it is a relatively predictable process. It begins with a painful sensation along one side of the body.

Herpes and Shingles
Herpes zoster is the official name for the condition commonly known as shingles. Herpes zoster is an infection of the varicella-zoster virus. Herpes zoster manifests itself as a painful, blistering rash.

Information on Shingles
Shingles results from the herpes zoster virus being reactivated. In addition to causing shingles, the herpes zoster virus causes chickenpox in children.

Is Shingles Contagious?
Because of the very visible rash that accompanies every case of shingles, many people are concerned about shingles being contagious.

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Shingles