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Shingles (herpes zoster) is a skin rash caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. Under certain circumstances, such as emotional stress, immune deficiency, or with cancer, the virus re-activates causing shingles. Shingles are catching and can spread from an infected person to others who have not had chickenpox. There are a variety of treatments for shingles.

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    • Rash The word "rash" means an outbreak of red bumps on the body. The way people use this term, "a rash" can refer to many different...learn more »
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      Rash Article
      • Rashes facts
      • What are noninfectious, common rashes localized to a particular anatomical area?
      • How are common skin rashes diagnosed?
      • Scaly patches of skin produced by fungal or bacterial infection
      • Widely distributed rashes affecting large portions of the skin
      • What is the treatment for a rash?
    • Itching Itching can be a common problem. Itches can be localized or generalized. There are many causes of itching to include: infection...learn more »
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      Itching Article
      • Itching (itch) facts
      • What is an itch?
      • What are associated symptoms and signs of itching?
      • What causes itching?
      • How is the cause of itching diagnosed?
      • Should I scratch the itch?
      • What are topical (external) itch treatments? Are there any home remedies for itching?
      • What are oral itch treatments?
      • Can itching be prevented?
      • When should the doctor be consulted for itching?
      • What are possible complications of itching?
      • What is the prognosis (outlook) for itching?
    • Stress Stress occurs when forces from the outside world impinge on the individual. Stress is a normal part of life. However,...learn more »
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      Stress Article
      • What is stress?
      • A brief history of stress
      • What are the signs and symptoms of poorly managed stress?
      • Who is most vulnerable to stress?
      • Teen stress
      • What is the healthy response to stress?
      • How does the response to stress work?
      • What is the role of the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis (grouping) in stress?
      • What is the role of the locus coeruleus in stress?
      • How do the connections in the brain work in stress?
      • What do we know about using (activating) and overusing our internal systems that respond to stress?
      • What are the effects of stress on medical and psychological conditions?
      • Conclusions about the effects of stress
      • How can we manage stress?
      • What's in the future for stress?
      • Stress At A Glance
    • Peripheral Neuropathy Peripheral neuropathy is a problem with the functioning of the nerves outside of the spinal cord. Symptoms may include numbness,...learn more »
      In This Article
      Peripheral Neuropathy Article
      • Peripheral neuropathy facts
      • What is peripheral neuropathy?
      • What causes peripheral neuropathy?
      • What are the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy?
      • How is peripheral neuropathy diagnosed?
      • Is there any treatment for peripheral neuropathy?
      • Can peripheral neuropathy be prevented?
    • Uveitis Uveitis is inflammation of the eye. Symptoms include blurred vision, eye pain, eye redness, photophobia, and floaters. Treatment...learn more »
      In This Article
      Uveitis Article
      • What is uveitis?
      • What causes uveitis?
      • What are symptoms of uveitis?
      • What are the signs of uveitis?
      • What are the different types of uveitis?
      • What other medical conditions are associated with uveitis?
      • How is uveitis diagnosed?
      • What is the treatment for uveitis?
      • What is the prognosis for uveitis?
      • What are the complications of uveitis?
      • Can uveitis be prevented?
    • Keratitis Keratitis is inflammation of the cornea. Symptoms and signs include pain, tearing, blurred vision, eye redness, watery eyes, or...learn more »
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      Keratitis Article
      • What is keratitis?
      • What are the causes of keratitis?
      • What are the different types of keratitis?
      • What are the risk factors for keratitis?
      • What are symptoms and signs of keratitis?
      • How is keratitis diagnosed?
      • What is the treatment for keratitis?
      • What are the possible complications of keratitis?
      • Can keratitis be prevented?
      • Keratitis At A Glance

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Terms related to Shingles:

  • Herpes Zoster
  • Varicella Zoster Virus