Shingles: treatment at home - detailed information

It is possible to treat the herpes zoster for a long time up to several years. There are cases when the disease existed with a person until death. The main mistake in fighting the disease is the waste of money for a single remedy, as lichen can only be eliminated by complex measures. To begin treatment costs or stands with increase of the general or common immunity which can overcome a virus damage and eliminate problems with a skin. For this purpose, national recipes will perfectly suit, they will not only strengthen the protective function of the organism, but also eliminate the symptoms of depriving.

Causes of appearance of depriving the body of

The main factor triggering pathological processes in the body thatleading to deprive, is the varicella-zoster virus. It is also called viral herpes. Drivers are transmitted by airborne droplets. Infecting shingles from the carrier or the patient can be with the help of a conventional handshake, if there are traces of sputum on the palms of the hands, with sneezing, coughing and kissing. It is necessary to use caution in public places cups, plates, paying attention to their purity.

The table shows the probability of infection by the virus through specific vectors.

	Factor
When coughing / sneezing	35%
When kissing	35%
When handshake due to ingestion of mucus	13%
Use of hygiene products alone	7%
Simultaneous use of utensils	4%
During bathing /walks	4%
Other factors	2%

Attention! !!You can get infected from a child who just suffers from chicken pox. Do not neglect the rules of your own safety and hygiene when dealing with a sick person. It's enough just to ventilate the room more often, wash your hands and get a separate dish, linen and a towel for the patient.

Despite the fact that almost every child suffers from chicken pox in childhood, this does not save him from infection by herpes zoster, since the form of the virus changes slightly with this disease. It can hide in the nerve ganglia for decades. But as soon as the immunity becomes sufficiently weak, it is enough to buy ORZ or ARVI, as the body will have traces of shingles.

Symptomatic of shingles

When the virus awakens, a process of intense inflammation in the sensitive nerves begins, the result of which is transmitted to the skin. During the development of the disease, the patient can note a number of symptoms characteristic of herpes zoster:

• a strong feeling of pain arising along the location of the affected nerve;
• slight increase in body temperature up to +37.5;
• a constant sense of weakness and trouble concentrating because of aching pain;
• tingling in the area of ​​future location of the herpes zoster;
• after 48-72 hours on the skin begin to appear small bubbles with fluid that deliver a lot of painful sensations;
• gradually bubbles turn into a full-fledged rash;
• Within 4-7 days, new foci of rashes will appear on the skin.

Tinea is similar in its effect on chickenpox. The bubbles that have appeared gradually become full-fledged acne, which begins to dry and become covered with scabs. In most cases, the locations of the shingles appear on the trunk. In rare cases, the disease affects the upper and lower limbs, the face.

Lichen seizes only one half of the trunk. He constantly itches, causes a desire to scratch the site. But this does not give any relief. This feature is associated with the defeat of nerve endings, the appearance of a rash on the skin - it's just one of the symptoms. Combing wounds leads to deterioration of the skin and possible development of other infections.

Video - Shingles: signs and treatment

Treatment and its peculiarity

The best option for therapy is the use of traditional medicine and classical medicine. If for some reason, traditional medicines can not be treated, home recipes can be used for internal and local use at the same time. They do not give side effects, if the patient does not have allergies to the constituent components, differ in availability and quick results. During the therapy it is necessary to adjust the diet, exclude bad habits, and engage in physical activity.

Attention! !!If the shingles affect people with HIV infection and cancerous tumors, they should first consult with the doctor in charge on the possibility of using traditional recipes. Because of the inability to predict the reaction of the body to therapy, the condition of patients can deteriorate sharply, which will lead to urgent hospitalization.

Folk remedies for external use

Drugs for topical use help to eliminate itching, accelerate wound healing, remove swelling and redness. They are used strictly according to the instructions.

Vinegar compress

1. Clean the gauze bandage with the width of the affected area, moisten with vinegar.
2. Carefully squeeze out the fabric so that no liquid drips from it.
3. Gently put the compress on the affected area for 10 minutes.
4. Repeat the procedure three times a day for 7 days.
5. The product helps to eliminate discomfort, redness and ease of treatment.

Attention! !!The remedy is not suitable for treating children. For use on baby skin, vinegar should be diluted in equal proportions with water. The duration of sessions is best reduced to 5-7 minutes and 5 days of use.

Cabbage juice

1. Put cabbage on the affected area and bind it well with a bandage or any other cloth so that the sheet does not fall out.
2. Cut the fresh leaf of the plant and rinse it under clean warm water.
3. Leave the compress on all night.
4. After waking up, remove the elastic bandage and rinse the wound with freshly squeezed plant juice.
5. During the day, constantly wash the location of lichen with juice.
6. Treatment is carried out at the same time as other medications.

Attention! !!Ideal for sensitive and baby skin. Cabbage is able to remove the herpes virus, lower body temperature, remove irritation and itching. There are absolutely no side effects and addiction, which can be used for a long time.

Aspirin ointment

1. Two tablets of aspirin are turned into powder.
2. Dissolve them in 20 ml of water and add 30 ml of alcohol or vodka.
3. With a thin liquid, moisten with a sterile bandage or gauze and apply on the wound.
4. Hold until the itch disappears completely and another 1-2 minutes after this.
5. You can use the product often, as soon as you want to comb the affected area.
6. Use with caution in children. It is better for them to use vodka, not alcohol. Alternatively, alcohol can be diluted to 40-45 degrees.

Stonecoat and honey

1. In a ratio of 1: 1, mix honey and sap.
2. The received liquid mass, it can be melt in a water bath, apply to affected locations.
3. Keep on skin for at least 25 minutes.

Vegetable ointment

1. In equal proportions mix the juice of celery, parsley and carrots.
2. With the resulting liquid moisten a clean bandage and apply it to the location of the lichen.
3. Allow to stand for at least 20 minutes.
4. Repeat the procedure 3-4 times a day if there is severe itching of the affected area.
5. For greater effect, you can add 20 g of dense honey to the remedy and extend the procedure time to 40 minutes.

Eucalyptus extract

1. For each teaspoon of clean water, two drops of eucalyptus oil are used.
2. Strictly observe the proportions so as not to cause skin burns.
3. This fluid should be lubricated during the wound day, during a severe itching procedure can be repeated unlimitedly.
4. In addition to removing the edema and itching, eucalyptus improves overall immunity. Inhaling plant pairs, the protective functions of the body are strengthened, and it tolerates the disease more easily.

Honey and garlic

1. Cut two cloves of garlic to a mashed state.
2. Combine them with 20 g of liquid honey and apply on the wound.
3. Bind a clean bandage over the product and leave it for 20 minutes.
4. Ointment perfectly removes swelling, destroys pathogenic bacteria and relieves itching.

In addition to the above-described recipes, pear juice, baking soda and sour cream have proven to be a calming agent. They are simply applied to the diseased areas to slightly numb the itching and reduce the intensity of redness.

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Folk recipes for internal use

Aloe juice

1. 250 ml freshly squeezed juice of agave mixed with the same amount of cooled boiling water.
2. In a glass add 20-30 g of sugar and mix thoroughly until smooth.
3. Close the jar tightly and allow the mixture to stand for 14 days in a cool place without exposure to sunlight.
4. After two weeks 100 ml of good vodka is poured into the container, you can not use alcohol.
5. Take three times a day for 15 ml before the main meals.

Attention! !!Treatment is carried out strictly courses lasting 30 days. Repeat the procedure should be every six months. Use only on patients older than 18 years with no problems with the kidneys. Aloe quickly eliminates viral and infectious damage, beneficially affecting the entire body.

Honey drink

1. Crush one clove of garlic.
2. In 250 ml of warm water dilute 30 g of honey.
3. Add 15 ml of juice to the resulting liquid.
4. For best effect, you can add 15 ml of freshly squeezed lemon juice, in any case not replace it with citric acid.
5. Drink on an empty stomach before the first meal in 20 minutes.

Attention! !!If the patient has stomach problems, do not add lemon juice to the recipe. With ulcerative lesions, it is also necessary to exclude garlic. In addition to this recipe, you can use 1-2 teaspoons of pure honey as a preventive measure.

Calendula tincture

1. 30 g of dried flower inflorescences are poured into 500 ml of vodka.
2. Tightly clog the glass bottle, it is placed in a cold place without direct sunlight for 14 days.
3. Be sure to shake the container several times a day.
4. After two weeks, open the bottle and strain the thick.
5. The resulting tincture should be poured over small glass containers.
6. They should also be put in a cool dark place for 31 days.
7. Take strictly 10 ml three times a day for one month every six months.

Attention! !!Tincture perfectly strengthens the protective function of the body, and also prevents the re-emergence of symptoms of the disease. Suitable for preventive treatment.

It is worthwhile to understand, before commencing the therapy, it is mandatory to visit the dermatologist and allergist's office. There are cases when lichen can be confused with other dangerous skin rashes. Only a competent doctor can see the true cause of the pathology and, if necessary, prescribe a scraping. The specialist's premises will also allow for complex treatment, combining the prescribed traditional drugs with folk. Never do self-medication for children under 12 years old.