SHINGLES

Shingles is caused by the varicella zoster virus. This is the same virus that causes chickenpox.

After an attack of chickenpox the virus lies dormant in the nerve tissue.

As we get older it is possible for the virus to reappear in the form of shingles. Shingles is estimated to affect 2 in every 10 persons in their lifetime.

Shingles is an outbreak of a rash or blisters on the skin that may be associated with severe pain.

The pain is generally on one side of the body or face.

Although it is most common in people over age 50, anyone who has had chickenpox is at risk for developing shingles.

Shingles is also more common in people with weakened immune systems from HIV infection, chemotherapy or radiation treatment, transplant operations and stress.

Early signs of shingles include burning or shooting pain and tingling or itching generally located on one side of the body or face.

The rash or blisters are present anywhere from one to 14 days. Living with Shingles: New Hope for an Old Disease

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