Donna asks…
How do you cure Shingles?
One of my relative have shingles and the doctor prescript her Valtrex and pain reliever. Does anyone know any home remedies she can use to get rid of the pain?
admin answers:
Shingles is NOT herpes, but the virus is similar in structure. That’s why the Valtrex will help (even though Valtrex is generally used for herpes). They do not come and go either–you generally only get them once and then you are immune. Singles is similar to the chicken pox, except you can usually only get them as an adult. Usually you’re immune to the virus if you’ve had the chicken pox, but some people are an exception. There is not cure for them, but they will go away on there own after about a week. They are contagious though, so it’s advised that you limit contact with anyone who hasn’t had the chicken pox or shingles or been vaccinated against them until it clears up.
Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin (ibuprofen) would work well for the pain as long as she is not allergic to them. Good luck!
John asks…
any home remedy for pain of shingles?
I have shingles on my back and the pain is unbelievable!
admin answers:
You might try colloidal powder.
Or powder two aspirin, mix it in 2 tbsp rubbing alcohol. Apply this paste on the affected area.
Sandy asks…
i have shingles in my mouth does anybody know any remedies?
i was prescribed magic mouth wash and it worked for a while but now it makes my mouth burn very bad the pain is unbearable.should i continue to use it or stop.
is the burning a sign that the shingles will be gone soon
it is the shingles i am in sever pain i have never been through anything like this in my entire life i havent slept in almost a week. i am weak and tired
i hope your really not a nurse with that attitude and it is possible to get shingles anywhere on your body.you should go back to school.
i have severe neck, head, jaw, and mouth pain behind one of my ears is swollen and my ear hurts like its infected but the docter has said there is no infection in my ears he says its all from the shingles.even my collar bone hurts the pain was so bad last night i dropped to the floor.so please no smart mouth comments
admin answers:
If you truly have “shingles” you need to keep doing what the Dr says. In your mouth, throat or around your eyes is dangerous.
Real medical doctors in the U.S. Prescribe “Mary’s Magic Potion” for several mouth and throat issues.
I know, my Mom had it prescribed by an ear, nose, and throat Dr, and her family Doc, who is also a heart Doc. It does work on some things oral. Sounds ridiculous, but it does exist and comes from a pharmacy.
I hope you get some relief soon, shingles is very painful and it can take a while to get much better. The Dr can prescribe some meds to help, but it may have been too far along to help in your case?
Maria asks…
What is your opinion on shingles? I had chicken pox when I was a baby and have developed a rash?
Do you have any home remedies to sooth the rash rather then take steroidal creams? Had bit of fever as well and feel weak. Any ideas
admin answers:
You asked for an opinion on shingles. Since you reported you had chicken pox as a baby, you are a candidate for getting shingles at some point in your life since the chicken pox and shingles virus are one in the same. After one has had chicken pox, the virus that caused chicken pox remains dormant in the central nervous system. Stress, immune system deficiencies, and other factors can reactivate the virus, and that results in shingles occurring. One in five people get shingles, so it’s a rather common problem. It can also be extremely painful, and in some people can cause health issues for years.
Linda asks…
WHAT ARE SO REMEDIES I COULD USE TO GET RID OF SHINGLES FAST?
THEY ARE REALLY PAIN FULL AND ITCHY, AND THE RASH IT’S NASTY! I CANT WEAR OPEN CLOTHES CAUSE I DON’T WANT PEOPLE TO SEE IT, I DON’T EVEN FEEL COMFORTABLE AROUND MY HOUSE MY REGULAR LIFE BACK. DO YOU KNOW ANY FAST REMEDY? PLEASE IF YOU DO TELL ME!
admin answers:
I haven’t ever heard a quick remedy for shingles. It’s go to the Doctor ( for fear of getting nerve damage if the shingles are bad enough) or wait the pain out.
If you’re interested, though. Ever heard of mental connections to health problems? There’s this book “YOu can Heal Your Life” that (in my opinion) is really good.
Here what it says about shingles:
fear and tension. Waiting for the other shoe to drop. Too sensitive. I am relaxed and peaceful.
ANd there’s an affirmation for trying to convince your mind that “it’s all good” so that you can get healthy again:
I am relaxed and peaceful because i trust the process of life. All is well in my world.
Hope you get well soon
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