Natural Treatment Options for Shingles

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Joe Homps

Natural Treatment Options for Shingles

They have a very strange name, but for those who have ever suffered from them, shingles are no laughing matter.  They’re painful, difficult to treat, and unfortunately they seem to keep coming back for many patients.  But what exactly causes shingles and how can you treat this condition, and keep it from coming back again?

Shingles actually refers to a strain of the herpes virus, however, they are not transmitted sexually.  In adults they are usually caused by a dormant strain of the chickenpox; if you ever had the chickenpox when you were a child, even when the rash cleared up the virus that caused it stayed dormant in your system.  Typically the virus reappears in the form of shingles when something compromises your immune system, such as stress, disease, or just plain aging.  Usually those that are over 50 or that have any type of autoimmune disease are more prone to these outbreaks than anyone else.

Realizing what causes shingles doesn’t actually help you to avoid ever getting them; there’s not much you can do about aging or about getting a disease that compromises your immune system.  But stress is also a common cause, so knowing that should help you understand the need to keep yourself calm and to learn ways of dealing with your stress before an outbreak of shingles.  If you have something coming up that you know will cause excessive stress such as a deadline or presentation or something else, be sure you take extra precautions to keep yourself from getting overly stressed.  Exercise, get plenty of sleep, and eat right.  Talk things through with a family member or friend; sometimes just having a conversation about your stressful situation can put it in better perspective.  These may not seem like much of a cure for shingles but since stress can cause it, if you can control your stress you can cut down on your chances of having an outbreak.

Since shingles manifests itself as a painful skin rash, using topical ointments can help with the immediate pain.  Anti-viral medications and steroids can also help heal the outbreak as well.

Persons that are at special risk for the disease can sometimes get a vaccine that will help keep the virus at bay, and those with autoimmune disorders should be very careful about taking care of their condition carefully.  And anyone that gets recurring cases of shingles should speak to a doctor as this may signal a disease or condition that should be treated properly.

Some common vitamins and over the counter products can help alleviate the symptoms of shingles such as the following:

Zinc is needed for healing and maintaining healthy tissues. Amino Acids are the building blocks of protein and are the vital components of skin, hair, muscle tissue, the body’s organs, blood cells, various enzymes and hormones.  Zinc also has a profound influence on the body’s ability to resist disease.

Tea Tree Oil has natural anti-inflammatory properties and helps sooth and treat problem skin. It is used to help tighten pores and firm skin for a more youthful, healthy appearance.

Salicylic Acid also helps breakdown blackheads and whiteheads. It also helps cut down the shedding of cells lining the hair follicles clogging the pores of the skin.  Salicylic acid is used as a mild abrasive to chemically exfoliate the skin to encourage the peeling of the top layer and to prevent a build-up of dead skin cells which combine with the oil to block pores.

Olbas is used to increase the circulation in skin by opening up the skin pores.  Olbas oil has been used for its healing properties in cultures around the world for centuries.

Isotretinoin, a Vitamin A derivative, is an oral drug that is usually taken once or twice a day with food for 4 to 6 months.  Isotretinoin has been shown to be very effective in treating severe acne and can either improve or clear over 80% of patients studied.  Isotretinoin has a much longer effect than anti-bacterial treatments and will often cure acne for good. It reduces the size of oil glands and much less oil is produced and as a result the growth of propion bacteria is reduced.

Always consult your doctor before using this information.

This Article is nutritional in nature and not to be construed as medical advice.

David Cowley has created numerous articles about the relationship between diseases and vitamins. Visit Health Related Articles

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Your Questions About Shingles

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Joe Homps

Michael asks…

Pain Remedies for Shingles?

I was told that when getting Shingles you can get blisters, and it can cause a lot of pain. My question is there a website I could go to that would have remedies to help treat the pain?

admin answers:

Remedies
Folk
Apple cider vinegar To relieve pain and discomfort apply apple cider vinegar directly from the bottle. Dab on affected areas, let dry, and repeat as often as needed. It is suggested that you apply the vinegar four times during the day and three at night if you are awake. The itching and burning will rapidly dissipate after the vinegar is applied, and the shingles will heal more quickly.

DMSO (dimethyl sulfoxide) Dabbing it on the affected area twice daily stops the virus’ growth by penetrating right to the center of the herpes infection. It should get rid of the stinging and rash in three days.

Vitamin B-12 Indian researchers have had great success with shingles by injecting 500 mcg of vitamin B-12, a nutrient important to nerve health, daily. Dramatic results were seen after three days, with pain relief and drying of the rash. None of the patients tested developed neuralgia. This method is more beneficial than taking supplements because the vitamins bypass the digestive system.

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Donald asks…

Are there any home remedies for the pain and itching of shingles?

admin answers:

Try taking a bath in alveno oatmeal bath,It is sold at most any store.It is used for chicken pox as well so I am sure it will help your shingles.Try calamine lotion as well,It goes on pink but will it dries it is white.Try using a over the counter allergy medicine for itching.Hope you feel better soon.

Laura asks…

i need any home remedies for shingles?

i just found out that i have shingles and it is very painful and i need some help for the pain and to dry up the rash….thanks

admin answers:

Shingles
Apply apple cider vinegar, just as it comes from the bottle, to the skin area where the shingles are located, four times during the day and three times during the night if you are awake. The itching and burning sensation in the skin will leave usually within a few minutes after the vinegar is applied. Many old-timers swear by this treatment declaring that the shingles heal much more readily from the regular use of apple cider vinegar.

Some other remedies!

Apply a wet dressing to severe eruptions. Take a washcloth or towel, dip it in cold water, squeeze it out, and apply it to the affected area, says Dr. Nordlund. “The cooler it is, the better it feels. This is similar to putting on ice when you burn yourself,” he says.

Don’t fan the flames. Avoid anything that will make your blistered skin hotter. Heat will just macerate the skin, says Dr. Robb.

Sink into a starch bath. If you have shingles on your forehead, skip to the next tip. But if the problem is below your neck, this can help. Just throw a handful of cornstarch or colloidal oatmeal, such as Aveeno, into your bathwater and settle in for a good soak, says Dr. Nordlund. “But be extra careful not to slip on the bottom of the tub.

“People find this helpful, although the relief may not last long,” he adds. “I often have my patients do this 20 minutes before bed, then they take something for the pain to help them sleep.”

Zap the infection with hydrogen peroxide. If the blisters become infected, try dabbing them with hydrogen peroxide. You don’t need to dilute it. Straight out of the bottle is fine, says Dr. Robb.

Or use an antibiotic ointment. But be careful about which one you choose. Neomycin and neosporin are notorious as skin sensitizers, says Dr. Nordlund. Polysporin or erythromycin are better choices.

Hold the Zostrix until the blisters are gone. This will usually be about two months. Zostrix is an OTC remedy for shingles pain. Its active ingredient is capsaicin, a derivative of the red pepper used to make chili powder and cayenne pepper. Scientists believe it works by blocking the production of a chemical needed to transmit pain impulses between nerve cells.

Using this topical ointment on blistering skin is “like putting red peppers on active shingles,” says Dr. Altman. “The idea behind Zostrix is its counterirritant effect. It is for healed skin that has a pain sensation, not for an open, oozing infection.”

James asks…

Are there any home remedies for shingles…that actually work?

admin answers:

I had the shingles about 2 uears ago and tried every concoction under the sun and nothing helped. My doctor even prescribed strong pain medicine and although it did allow me to sleep, it did nothing for the pain while awake.

I did read somewhere after I had gooten over my case of te shingles, that some of the topical sports creams like Ben Gay type products can relieve the pain in some people, but it also warned that in others it can cause an even more intense burning sensation.

BTW: I dont remember which creams it recomended specifically, Ben Gay was used just as a reference product…

Nancy asks…

Any known home remedies for shingles?

admin answers:

To provide relief, make a solution by mixing 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar in 2 cups of water. Use a cotton cloth to moisten the affected areas by using the upward movement.

To prevent itching and to reduce pain you can dust colloidal powder.

You can make a solution by mixing aloe vera gel, raw honey and leek juice to be applied on the rash.

You can also sponge the blisters or rashes by use of vitamin E oil, apple cider vinegar, cool goldenseal, mugwort or peppermint tea.

Baking soda and water solution can also be applied as a cold compress.

Apply a mixture of yogurt and zinc oxide along the particular path of the nerve. If it is applied before the outbreak it would help to curb the outburst of blisters.

Avoid food which contain amino acid such as chocolate, cereal grains, nuts and seeds

Eating pear of having its juice in ample amounts is good, as it has a great supply of antiviral caffeic acid.

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Gaf Shingles User Guide

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Joe Homps

Gaf Shingles User Guide

Article by Frank Smith







Do you need knowledge on not only picking the right shingles for the job, but purchasing them at a cheap price as well? Shockingly enough, you can get a top quality product at a discount price. You should show caution when spending money on something as vital as shingles. The top of a building is the first line of defense against the weather. Community stores or salesmen may not have your best interest in mind. A good example of a great quality type would be Gaf shingles. However, there are a few things you need to be careful of when going through with the purchase. I will share that information with you here.

To being with, you need to decide what type of shingle is appropriate for your home. Aesthetics are important, of course, but you might need to consider practicality and functionality as well. Here are a few examples of shingles: Slate shingles, Fiberglass shingles, Elk shingles, and Metal shingles. There are quite a few others. You may also get some made of copper, tin, and various other types of organic material. If you will be using organic material, like wood, then make absolutely certain they have the right preparation. Weather can be violent. The last thing you need is for your shingles to start rotting apart. This will lead to intensive roof damage. Metal based shingles also require special treatment. There are other options, like ceramic tiles, but that is a another discussion. Make sure you discuss this with your supplier. The location of your home may dictate which type of shingle you will use. Gaf shingles usually have a large variety, so that is a good place to start looking. That will give you a large range of options.

As previously discussed, weather plays a crucial role in choice of shingles. The location of your home can determine how you build a home. For example, if your home is located in an area that frequently receives violent winds then you should use a more firm material that does not create drag. This would simply put additional stress on the roof than what is necessary. Likewise, conditions like heat and humidity are vital. In hot climates you may consider raised tile or ceramic. Gaps and spaces between the shingle or roofing material and the actual roof tend to reduce heat. This in turn reduces energy bills. I have resided in a few homes in desert climates. My initial home had the most typical shingles. My second made use of raised tile shingles obtained through Gaf shingles. The difference on my monthly bill was quite huge. The raised tile was much cheaper by over thirty-five percent. This is a good example of how important shingle choices can be.

Despite where you buy your shingles or who you get to install them, make absolutely certain that you do adequate research before the work begins. It would be ill advised to walk into a shop or a negotiation without having the pertinent facts. This allows more unscrupulous folks to take an unfair advantage. So do not forget, understand how you want your home to appear, the weather it will be subject to, and the quality of the shingle product itself.

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What you did not know about shingles and genital herpes

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Joe Homps

What you did not know about shingles and genital herpes

It is often believed that the battle with the virus that causes chickenpox, leaves blisters on the skin, which keep on moving in the system for life and are never completely eliminated. This virus settles in specific nerve cells, which are responsible for relaying information in the body. When this virus reactivates itself, it moves down the nerve fibers and multiplies causing eruption of rashes and certain other symptoms, mainly of shingles. When an individual is suffering from shingles, he/she is more deeply involved in the symptoms, which are complex and severe.

The virus that causes shingles and chickenpox comes from a family of viruses known as herpes virus. It includes herpes simplex virus that causes mononucleosis, fever blisters, genital herpes, cold sores and other such problems that affect your general as well as sexual health. These virus reside in the nerves in a latent stage and renew themselves from time to time.

Varicella-zoster virus

The varicella-zoster virus is complex and to many it looks as if a mathematician has designed it. It is microscopic in nature and encased in a 20-sided geometric figure known as the icosahedron. Inside the complex icosahedron is the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid), the genetic material of the virus. Upon reactivation, the virus reproduces itself inside the nucleus of the cell that is infected.

It is widely known that chickenpox and shingles are health conditions that are caused by the same virus. The name of this virus is varicella-zoster. When an individual is exposed to this virus, generally as a child, a highly contagious disease chickenpox develops. Most of us experience it during our childhood.

How it starts

The infection begins in the upper part of the respiratory tract and this is where the virus reproduces in a period of 15 days or maybe more. After this, the virus spreads in the bloodstream and this gives rise to the familiar and irritating rash.

On the other hand, you cannot acquire shingles since the first requirement for catching shingles is that the person should already have the virus in their system. This virus only reactivates and causes shingles. Shingles is not contagious. Most often, the virus reactivates when the immune system is weak due to mental and physical exhaustion.

Risk for shingles

More than 10% of the adults are expected to get affected by shingles in their lives. This usually occurs after the age of 50 when the immune system is weak. Those who are affected by this virus once will not get affected by it again as they develop an immunity against it.

These days, it is possible to treat shingles and genital herpes by using effective medications. When herpes simplex virus type 1 lesions are in the vesicle stage, there is absolutely no benefit of taking acyclovir as a treatment. However, application of acyclovir cream around 5 times a day reduces the pain and duration of the outbreak. If you start using acyclovir as soon as you see symptoms, you can see a considerable reduction in the pain and healing time.

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What is Shingles?

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Joe Homps

What is Shingles?

Shingles is a skin rash that is caused by the Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV), the very same virus that causes chickenpox. Once a person gets over the initial outbreak of chickenpox, this virus lives in the nervous system, never fully leaving the body. When certain situations, such as stress, or the onset of immunodeficiency disorders develop, the virus can reactivate, causing shingles. More commonly however, the actual cause for the reactivation of the virus is never found. Anyone who has ever had chickenpox is at risk or developing shingles.

What are the symptoms of Shingles?

The initial onset of shingles can display as an extreme sensitivity or burning sensation on the skin in the affected area. It can include itching, tingling, burning, constant aching, or deep, shooting pain. Within a few days, a rash develops. It will usually present itself as a band that follows the route of a nerve under the skin. The Shingles rash itself looks like small red spots and reddened skin in the same area that eventually turn into small blisters. The blisters dry up after a few days, forming scabs that leave a small pockmark in the skin when they fall off.
Shingles is considered to be an intensely painful condition because the virus affects the nerves. The pain may even linger and continue long after the rash has cleared up. This pain could go on for weeks, months or even years. This is called post-herpetic neuralgia and is more likely to occur in older people and those who had a severe outbreak from the rash.

What causes Shingles?

Although the reasons are not fully understood, any weakening of the body’s immune system can cause the Varicella zoster virus to “reawaken” and appear in adulthood as shingles. Conditions that may weaken the systems include aging, HIV/AIDS, colds, cancer, organ transplants, long term courses of steroids, various medical treatments like chemotherapy or radiation therapy, stress or excessive alcohol intake.

It is important to note that shingles is not a new infection; it is a second outbreak of the chicken pox virus. For whatever reasons, the herpes zoster virus wakes up from the dormant state and grows. Once active, the germs travel along the nerve paths to the skin, and the result is the aching rash of shingles.

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Note: The medical info on this page should not be used to treat or diagnose a disease. If you have any questions regarding Shingles, contact your primary care physicians for full evaluations.

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Non-Steroidal Asthma Medications

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Joe Homps

Non-Steroidal Asthma Medications

Non-Steroidal Asthma Medications

such as healing wounds, for skin rejuvenation, acting as a laxative and reducing skin irritation and relieving sun burn.

Non-Steroidal Asthma Medications

Although we believe in the therapeutic and healing properties of herbs, care must be taken in the use thereof, as they are powerful compounds.

Botanical Classification: Family Aloeceae

Genus and specie: Aloe vera – Aloe barbadensis

Other names:

Barbados, Cape, Curaiao, Socotrine, and Zanzibar aloe

Description of the herb aloe vera:

Aloe vera is a clump forming perennial with rosettes of thick, fleshy, spiky, gray-green leaves, young specimens being red spotted and the plant bears yellow tubular flowers in summer.

Parts used:

The slimy inside of the leave is used (also referred to as gel) as well as a juice extracted from the pulpy inside and a yellow bitter laxative principle which is an exudate from the leaf which is dried to a crystalline substance.

To prevent any confusion, herewith a summary of uses:

Aloe vera gel:

This is the naturally occurring and undiluted gel obtained by stripping away the outer layer of the leaf.

Aloe vera concentrate or extract:

This is the product obtained when removing the water from the gel

Aloe vera juice:

This is a drink for internal use that consist of at least 50% of the pulped aloe gel.

Aloe vera latex or bitter principle:

This is a bitter yellow liquid derived from the pericyclic tubules of the rind of the aloe and which primary constituent is aloin.

Properties:

It is a bitter herb with anti-inflammatory, astringent, emollient, anti fungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties, and is useful in the eradication of parasites and stimulating the uterus.

It contains a host of compounds that are biologically active and includes anthraquinones, saccharides and prostaglandins as well as other constituents.

Anthraquinones:

The anthraquinones contained in aloe, which has the purging and laxative action on the digestive system includes aloin (barbaloin), isobarloin, anthranol, aloetic acid, anthracene, ester of cinnamic acid, aloe-emodin, emodin, chrysophanoic acid, ethereal oil as well as resistannol.

Saccharides:

It contains various saccharides including glycoprotein, mucopolysaccharide and polysaccharides such as galactose, xylose, arabinose, acetylated mannose as well as the remarkable acemannan.

Prostaglandins and fatty acids:

The conversion of fatty acids to prostaglandins are rare but the major unsaturated fatty acid, gamma-linolenic acid can be converted to 1-series prostaglandins and have a very effective influence on reducing inflammation, allergy as well as helping platelet aggregation (blood clotting at wound sites) as well as wound healing.

Other constituents:

It furthermore contains enzymes (oxidase, amylase, catalase, lipase and alkaline phosphatase) amino acids (lysine, threonine, valine, methionine, leucine, isoleucine and phenylalanine) vitamins (vitamin b1, B2, B6, C, E, folic acid, choline and beta carotene) minerals (calcium, sodium, manganese, magnesium, zinc, copper and chromium as well as other miscellaneous compounds such as cholesterol, triglycerides, steroids, uric acid, lignins, beta-sitosterol, gibberellin and salicylic acid.

Therapeutic uses:

Internal use:

The herb is used internally to combat most digestive problems, including:

constipation, poor appetite, colitis, irritable bowel syndrome as well as – asthma, diabetes, immune system enhancement, peptic ulcers

Studies have also shown that when aloe is taken internally it can stimulate and regulate various components of the immune system by stopping the inflammation and blood supply of tumors and also showed interesting results in preventing carcinogenic compounds from entering the liver and is combined in some cancer treatments.

The juice of the inner leave can be used for its anti-inflammatory effect it has on Crohn’s disease but the laxative and bitter principle of aloe must NOT be used by people suffering from Crohn’s disease as it causes griping and cramping.

It contains aloemannan which stimulates the growth of healthy kidney cells and helps to slow the formation of kidney stones.

The juice can be used very successfully to treat heartburn as well as ulcers and to sooth the lining of the digestive tract. It is not that effective to treat stress induced ulcers, but can be used for peptic ulcers caused by excess acid, aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs as well as alcohol use.

The oral use of aloe has produced good results in patients suffering from asthma when the asthma sufferers were not dependant on corticosteroids for treatment.

The exude from the leaves are used as a strong purgative and stimulant laxative but can cause griping and has an abortifacient effect and should not be used in pregnancy.

The bitter principle in aloe exudate which cause the laxative effect is preferable to use than that of cascara and senna, as aloe draws less fluid into the large intestine and are less likely to cause electrolyte imbalance than the other two.

In a study where volunteers ate 120 grams of parboiled aloe for lunch and supper a marked decrease in cholesterol, triglycerides and sugar was found, while in another test using aloe extract, it reduced fasting blood-sugar dramatically which is probably due to the stimulating effect it has on the pancreas to produce more insulin.

External use:

Aloe is used externally for the treatment of:

skin irritation, burns, scalds, sunburn, wounds, eczema, psoriasis, acne, dermatitis, ulcers, stimulate cell regeneration

The gel can be applied directly to the skin as a softening agent.

For burns and other wounds aloe is particularly effective as it activates the macrophages which fights bacterial infection while at the same time increasing circulation to the area which results in accelerated healing.

The enzymes – carboxypeptidase and bradykininase are both involved to reduce swelling, itching, reducing inflammation as well as pain.

Studies confirmed that wounds treated with aloe heal far faster than other wounds not so treated – both for traumatic as well as surgical wounds. This may be due to the fact that it contains not only vitamin E and C as well as zinc but the polysaccharides also reduce inflammation and stimulate the fibroblast and epidermal growth and repair process.

The juice is also effective for the treatment of minor wounds and insect bites by forming a “natural plaster” over the wound.

It has good astringent qualities and is usually combined with other ingredients, to make an excellent, soothing treatments for the skin and can also be used with great success on hemorrhoids (piles).

In studies it also showed a marked result in producing remission in skin cancers and its superb anti-oxidant effect is effective to help prevent skin damage from x-rays and other forms of radiation.

When applied regularly to psoriasis great results are achieved and also relieve the pain and inflammation of eczema.

When people with frostbite was treated with a cream containing aloe, the incidence of tissue loss and amputation was reduced.

Aloe-emodin which is one of the ingredients not only has a laxative effect, but is also involved in killing the herpes virus which causes cold sores and shingles.

Aromatherapy and essential oil use:

Aromatherapists use aloe vera by infusing the plant material into a base oil, such as almond or apricot kernel oil.

This macerated oil exhibits astringent, emollient, anti fungal, antibacterial, and antiviral properties.

The oil is combined in massage therapy for its healing and rejuvenating properties.

Safety precautions and warnings:

Pregnant and breast feeding women should not use aloe latex (the laxative part) internally, although the topical application of aloe to the skin has no effect on pregnant or breastfeeding women.

People suffering from problematic hemorrhoids, ulcers, diverticulosis, colitis, Crohn’s disease, or irritable bowel syndrome should consult a medical practitioner or trusted herbalist before taking aloe internally.

Extreme care should be taken with the administration of aloe laxatives, as this can cause severe digestive upsets.

When used topically, some individuals may have an allergic reaction and a skin patch test (behind the ear or on the forearm) is advised before use.

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Pain medication that can legally order online

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Joe Homps

Pain medication that can legally order online

Article by sandeep singh







Million Americans living with pain. Chronic pain, daily pain, acute pain in the short term. Of all medicines sold by online pharmacies, by far the most common is pain. One might think then that online pharmacies are a great source of pain.

Well, did you know that the Drug Enforcement Agency of the United States (DEA) has broken and closed more than 5,000 online pharmacies? Did you know that many online pharmacies selling fake drugs? Did you know that is a federal crime so that prescription drugs outside the United States?

It’s true, online pharmacies are a great source of pain relief medication. This article teaches you the pain medication legally, within the United States with a legal prescription. It is the only way to go!

First, the caveats: You can not legally drug outside the United States, even if you have a recipe. We always hear about older people taking buses to Canada to buy cheap drugs. The fact is that, as of this writing, this course is illegal. Additionally, you can not legally for medicine from a pharmacy without a prescription. Many online pharmacies (including mine) have the medical staff to review your medication request and write a prescription if they think it is safe. In addition, NEVER order drugs through the mail. Forget codeine, Tylenol # 3, OxyContin, demerol, percodan and percocet. You may be charged with a federal crime to purchase these chemicals. Finally, regardless of who buys the drugs, make sure to read the prospectus (or a monograph on my web site). Drugs interact with each other and your body leaflet tip you off to potentially dangerous behavior with respect to the medication you ordered.

The following are quick summaries of common pain relief drugs you can order online with little risk:

Fioricet (Butalbital)

Fioricet is a combination of drugs. It consists of acetaminophen, caffeine, and Butalbital. Acetaminophen is the same medication in Tylenol You know caffeine of coffee (or your bar of chocolate). Butalbital is a mild barbiturate. It relaxes you.

Medical science has no explanation of why this combination of drugs works so well, but the fact is Fioricet (Butalbital and its generic form) is highly effective for tension headache. Presumably, it relaxes the muscles of the head and neck that usually tighter tension headache.. This is the top selling drugs in our pharmacy month after month, which really helps headaches!

Soma (Carisoprodol)

Soma is a muscle relaxant. It acts by blocking electrical signals between nerves in the reticular formation of the brain and spinal cord. Carisoprodol, combined with rest and physical therapy is prescribed for relief of short-term painful muscle spasms, muscle in particular (where the muscle tightens and does not relax). Most of the strains back muscle spasm, so patients find Carisoprodol very effective in relieving back pain.

Celebrex (celecoxib)

Celebrex is used to treat the symptoms of arthritis. This includes joint pain, stiffness, swelling and inflammation. The medication does not cure arthritis, but do not provide symptomatic relief. It is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that relieves pain and inflammation. The drug works by blocking production of prostaglandins in the body. Prostaglandins contribute to pain and inflammation associated with arthritis.

Ultram (tramadol)

Ultram is used to treat moderate to severe chronic pain. It binds to receptors on nerve opioids (the same mechanism used by narcotics), but has a much lower potential for dependency. It’s the closest thing to a narcotic drug may lawfully in the U.S. online. It is not an NSAID (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug) and does not carry the risk of stomach ulcers and internal bleeding that can accompany the use of such drugs. It is often prescribed for pain associated with shingles, fibromyalgia and other chronic diseases.

Ulracet

Ultracet is a combination of tramadol and acetaminophen. Usually prescribed for short-term (up to five days) relief of moderately severe acute pain. It is often prescribed for post-surgical pain or after dental procedures.

Ultram as the mechanism described above is very similar to the mechanism employed by narcotics. Acetaminophen of course is the active ingredient in Tylenol. It works by increasing the threshold to pain (ie, it takes more stimulation to cause the pain sensation of pain). These two drugs act by different mechanisms, which combine to be more effective than either drug alone.

Pain relief medication can be ordered online for sure, but one should exercise appropriate caution before doing so. Specifically, it is important to determine if you need to see a doctor before ordering pain medication. If you have a sudden onset of pain that is not easily explained, you should consult a doctor first. If in doubt, go to the emergency room. However, if you are a patient who has been diagnosed, and pain is a recurring problem, you can conveniently for pain medication, usually in line at a lower cost than the cost of an appointment with the doctor and the drug itself.



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Million Americans living with pain. Chronic pain, daily pain, acute pain in the short term. Of all medicines sold by online pharmacies, by far the most common is pain. One might think then that online pharmacies are a great source of pain.

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Chicken Pox Symptoms

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Joe Homps

Chicken Pox Symptoms

Chicken pox is a common affliction that affects people of all ages but is most commonly seen in children. The symptoms of chicken pox are red bumps on the body that turn into blisters and that increase in quantity over several days. The bumps may look like insect bites or a rash and is often difficult to diagnose the first few days. Often, it is accompanied by a fever. Watch the bumps to see if they turn into blisters and if more bumps emerge over a few days. If so, it is likely chicken pox.

But, in situations when you find yourself heavily stressed and exhausted it can attack your body cells. If you are under attack you will feel pain on your system which can last for the day before blister start to appear. However, after the blisters have gone the pain can still persist. The chicken pox virus causes an itchy red rash starting over the face and torso which enable it to spread to other parts of your body.

Although shingles is not a life-threatening condition, it can cause a great deal of pain and discomfort. I encourage my patients to become familiar with the symptoms and signs of shingles because early treatment can help shorten the infection and lessen the chance of complications.

Chicken Pox Symptoms
Low grade fever, a mild headache and weakness
Chicken pox usually begins with a low grade fever, a mild headache and a feeling of weakness.
Rash appears on the upper chest or back
Fever
Abdominal pain or loss of appetite
Mild headache

Treatment:
1. To prevent spreading the condition, keep the affected person away from other people until the rash disappears.

2. Part of the treatment for chicken pox is giving the patient bath every 3 to 4 hours to relieve the itching, adding some dry oat meal to the water.

3. Chicken Pox home remedy treatment can be achieved by using Brown Vinegar. The use of brown vinegar is known to be one of the most important home remedies for treating chicken pox.

4. A treatment for chicken pox is not always necessary. If the patient is isolated in a cold room this infection may disappear within a week. Warm places can cause an even harder to take itchiness. If the infection develops into a more serious one treatment is highly recommended.

5. Chicken Pox home remedy treatment can be achieved by using Brown Vinegar. The use of brown vinegar is known to be one of the most important home remedies for treating chicken pox.

Chicken pox also known as varicella, is an infection consisting of the appearance of blisters all over the body. For children this can be a benign disease, but for adults this infection can lead to complicated diseases such as conjunctivitis, pneumonia, meningitis and even encephalitis.

Since chicken pox is caused by a virus, it has to be waited out but relief through calamine lotion , cool baths and anti-inflammatory meds can help. It’s good to also take vitamins to help boost the body’s natural immune system. Patients with chicken pox are advised to stay in their room in order to prevent other people from contracting the disease.

When the itching is intense and there is much restlessness, the remedy will likely be Rhus tox 30. Often, the itching is so maddening that the only relief comes from near scalding hot water. This is not to say that this is necessarily advised, but when it becomes a method of comfort, it will usually point squarely to the need for Rhus tox.

Herpes zoster is commonly known as shingles because of its small waterborne pebble-like blisters on the skin caused by herpes virus. My research apprised me that those who had chicken pox before are most probable victims of this disease. Shingles commonly occur in older people from ages 50 upward. It seldom befalls to younger people.

The varicella or chickenpox vaccine is an important part of a recommended immunization schedule for children. This vaccine is virtually 100% effective against moderate to severe cases of the disease, and about 85-90% effective against mild forms of the disease. What this means is that if a child is to be exposed to chickenpox, if they were to show symptoms at all, it is most likely that they will have a very mild case.

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Your Questions About Shingles

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Joe Homps

Donna asks…

Is this lump a normal sign of shingles?

I have shingles and I get the ordinary rashes all over the back of head and neck. I take medication and everything seems to be going fine.

The rashes still grow a bit because I’m still on my first couple of days. Today I found two lumps under my skin around the same location the rashes have been forming. One is right under my ear and the other one is on the left side of my neck. The lumps are the size of a quarter and one of them kind of moves a little when I poke it.

Is this just another symptom of shingles or is it something else?

Please, someone who knows about this, tell me about it. I’ve tried reading about it but I can’t seem to find anything on it. I’m going to go to the doctor again to ask – but I want to know right now.

I’m 18 btw. Thanks!

admin answers:

You are describing what sounds like reactive lymph nodes, these should get better as the disease prgesses and you improve, do stay in touch with your doctor if this persists or worsens, good luck

Carol asks…

Is shingles, herpes zoster, and herpes type II, all the same thing?

Im suffering symptoms which I can’t identify, as either, herpes II, shingles or herpes zoster. Some of these symptoms are: redeness on around the pennis area (not on the pennis itself), itchy, red and swollen patch skin area (across the chest), and under the arm (right side), also, a red big blemish (on right side of my lower back) that has lasted for 5 days swollen, no head, no pus. What kind of herpes I am suffering from? Your help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks a lot.

admin answers:

For two years I had skin outbreaks on my upper back, both upper arms and upper chest and on the left side of my face. They were insanely itchy and ranged in size from a small spot to the size of a bread and butter plate. For two yrs this was diagnosed as shingles even though all the creams medications and treatments were not working. Ive recently now been diagnosed with Lupus. This skin irritation is Discoid Lupus. There is no cure and its horrible. Sometimes i will not go outside for weeks because the outbreaks look like some dreaded catchy disease and I can imagine what people would think. There could be many things this could be. Plz go see your doctor. Don’t leave it n accept one opinion. It could be something quite serious and the earlier its diagnosed the quicker you can get the relevant treatment. Good Luck. Hope its just a minor little problem.

Lizzie asks…

Difference between Impetigo, cellulitus, and Shingles?

I thought I had Impetigo, got treated after 3 antibiotics in the “mycin” family, it got worse and I found to be allergic and went on Dermisil on my own, didn’t work. Then thought I have shingles since I have headaches, light fever, foggy head,swelling and pustules around mask area of face that crust over. It comes and goes(re-emerges) about every 6-7 days. Doctor now thinks I have cellulitus. But I don’t have any symptoms of cellulitus and she wants me back on antibiotics from the tetrycylin family again with 4 Duflicans to counteract the radical yeast infection. I don’t want to go back on antibiotics. All info says shingles, can anyone help? Note: I think I got it from the hospital following surgery last summer.
OK. I was on Bactroban in the first place, then Amox., then Clindomycin, then Dermisil with no avail. Now using watered down Apple Cider Vinegar to sooth and it really helps. Have used honey also, anything mildly antibacterial but it doesn’t go away. Dr. thought it would be Impetigo because of the outbreak that has been going around. The rash first starts red gets hot and swells, but is a perfect ‘mask’ from bottom chin, sides of mouth, towards nose. Not one-sided.This last outbreak included sides of nose and rim of nostrils. My mind function has gotten much foggier as it re-occurs, but once the pustules and swelling is down, my mind is fine. INfo says cellulitis is caused by almost the same bacteria as Impetigo, if so, wouldn’t the cellulitis have been cleared out by all the antibiotics? That’s why I am hesitant to take more. And , no, I have not had any cultures, doc tried but really isn’t good at that kind of stuff. I’m really in ‘hixville.’

admin answers:

You don’t get shingles from anywhere; you already had them in their previous form when they were called chicken pox. The virus had simply retreated to the base of your brain where it had remained dormant until something triggered it to become active again. Then it will follow along a nerve pathway, and cause an eruption of vesicles that are painful and infectious, but generally limited to that particular nerve’s skin distribution area; ie. You generally find the shingles on only one side of the body, either on the neck/face/shoulder or underarm/chest/back.

Impetigo is usually a staph or strep skin infection seen in young children, and can be treated with various antibiotics like Penicillins or Cephalosporins (or perhaps Erythromycin for those with pen allergies), or topical Mupirocin if the infection isn’t severe. If the infection is persistent and doesn’t seem to go away despite aggressive antibiotic therapy, the wound should be cultured to rule out MRSA (Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus), especially if there is cellulitis involved.

Good luck

Ralph

Addendum: From your follow up message, it seems that in this case, being in Hicksville may be to your detriment, though I’m not sure what you mean by “doc tried…?” A culture is simply a sample taken with a sterile Q-tip swab used to sample the wound, then is stored in a special thin plastic tube with a culture medium, then sent off to a lab. Even if you’re in a small town, that shouldn’t be a problem for even the smallest doctor’s office.

Since it is all over the lower half of your face and not unilateral, my suspicion is that it is some form of impetigo (though other differentials like herpes simplex, pemphigus, or contact dermatitis cannot be ruled out). Again, your doctor being unable to culture the organism is bad news. Part of the value of culturing wounds or infectious material is to identify the actual organism, and then to ensure that the antibiotics chosen and prescribed to the patient would be effective against it. If worst comes to worst, it would identify if the bug is of the sort that is resistant to most antibiotics (MRSA). If this is the case, then you may have to be hospitalized for Antibiotics via Intravenous.

Further, I just thought to mention that any antibiotics prescribed must be taken for the entire prescribed course. Many patients mistakenly believe that once symptoms abate, that they’re cured. The fact is, the infection was weakened to a point where you can recover, but not yet totally killed. If you stop the antibiotics before all the bacteria are dead, the germs that were briefly exposed to the antibiotics will then become resistant to them. You will then be subjected to another bout of the same infection, but this time, the same antibiotics (or same dosages) won’t work.

This has been a major problem world wide as many antibiotics are no longer effective against certain germs.

Daniel asks…

Can shingles be caused by the hand foot mouth disease virus?

I contracted hand foot and mouth disease from my kids and younger sister (sore throat, body aches, head ache and then some slight spots inside my mouth and a couple on my hands and feet). I’m over the symptom-y bit and the spots are pretty much faded, but a couple days ago I felt a tingling on my forehead and discovered some fluid-filled bumps showing up. There is now a big cluster of them about the size of a quarter or a bit larger. The next day I noticed a lump in front of my ear which I take to be a swollen lymph node. I’ve been looking up rashes and bites and have come to the conclusion that I most likely have shingles. I am wondering if the shingles is related to the hand foot and mouth disease (specifically if it could be caused by the same virus), of if it is just an unlucky coincidence.
Do any of you medically knowledgeable people know the deal? Thanks!

admin answers:

Two completely different things. Shingles is caused by the chicken pox virus lying dormant in your system. I would say, unlucky coincidence. Best of luck to you

Ruth asks…

Why Do I have Lower Back Symptoms!?

I woke up with my lower back hurting (after sleeping for 12 hours). Well needless to say I had to urinate really bad (so I figured it was some pain on my kidney’s for my bladder being so full). Well just now I decided to stretch my lower back by standing up and arching my back inwards until just then I got a head rush as if I was going to pass out due to dehydration. I sat down for about 15 seconds to regain my composure and my back still hurts when I bend it in a weird way (I’m sitting down now and it doesn’t hurt, but it’s difficult to walk). I just got over Shingles (still remnants of it a little, but most of it’s gone now). I’m 23 years old and I’m a male.
It seems it’s not the muscles, because I’m pressing on my muscles all over my back and nothing seems to trigger the pain, it’s just when moving around it hurts, something more internal is going on here :/

admin answers:

Actually, there are as many causes of low back pain as there are questions. You should see a doctor if this persists.

Common causes of low back pain include lumbar strain, nerve irritation, lumbar radiculopathy, bony encroachment, and conditions of the bone and joints.

Symptoms in the low back can relate to the bony lumbar spine, discs between the vertebrae, ligaments around the spine and discs, spinal cord and nerves, muscles of the low back, internal organs of the pelvis and abdomen, and the skin covering the lumbar area.

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Valtrex -Anti Viral treatment for all!

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Joe Homps

Valtrex -Anti Viral treatment for all!

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Valtrex is an anti viral medication that is prescribed mainly to control the infection caused by Herpes virus. It does not cure the disease but it slows down the spread of infection which helps the other drugs and courses of treatment to attack the virus in order to eliminate and render it inactive.

It has shown to have a palliative effect i.e. it reduces the symptoms but cannot eradicate the virus. It has been used to treat herpes infections in adults as well as children. Herpes viruses cause disease such as genital sores, shingles or even cases of chicken pox. Valtrex can be given to children above the age of 12 having cold sores. It can be given to children as young as 2 years old for chicken pox. But this is a prescription medication and must be taken only upon the direction of the doctor.

Since this medication attacks a virus it can cause some discomforts and a proper medical history of any kidney or weak immune system problems must be told to the doctor. Valtrex can cause some kidney troubles especially if dialysis or some such procedure is being undertaken by the patient.

Pregnant women on this treatment must be in constant consultation with the doctor. The drug as such has not negative impact on the unborn baby but the lesions caused by genital herpes sores must be contained and this treatment may need some alteration to tackle such a problem.

The dosage is available in 500 mg and 1 gram pills. The doctor can ascertain what is the right dosage based on the severity of the condition. While on treatment with Valtrex it is essential to consume lots of fluids to keep the kidneys functioning well. The treatment may take some time to show effectiveness but this will be achieved within a few days of beginning the medication.

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