Herpes zoster. Treatment fast - the best methods of treatment

Herpes zoster manifests in a person with a significant decrease in immunity. At the same time, his treatment can drag on for life because of the unsuccessful use of the selected drugs. In order for noticeable and rapid results to appear, it is important to use a combined type of therapy, which includes the use of medications, traditional medicine, diet and in some cases a psychologist and neurologist.

What amazes disease?

Most patients are sure that the disease affects the skin, but it is not. The virus penetrates into the nerve endings, which gradually provokes the pain syndrome. Skin rashes are only consequences of the lesion. That is why the use of exclusively local treatment can not yield any results. The amazed nerve will torment the patient with constant pain, which can even provoke a further proliferation of locations.

Attention! The virus can damage nerves in any part of the body. Especially dangerous is the process in the inguinal region, which can cause additional inflammatory processes in the reproductive and sexual systems.

Causes of the appearance of herpes zoster

The main causes of the disease include the following:

• respiratory tract infection;
• a complication of chicken pox;
• persistent stress and depression;
• rapid decrease in immunity;
• decrease in the protective function of the body due to prolonged illness;
• presence of autoimmune diseases.

Warning! The disease is caused by a virus that also causes chicken pox. If to a smallpox the patient has lifelong immunity, then herpes zoster can manifest itself continuously at the slightest drop in the immune function.

Symptoms of manifestation of herpes zoster

Symptoms of the disease include the following processes:

• increase in body temperature to + 37- + 37.8 degrees;
• a constant feeling of pain along the diseased nerve;
• tingling sensation, similar to the reaction to the needle;
• strong weakness and depressed condition;
• the appearance of blisters on the affected nerve;
• the transition of bubbles to the shape of a classical pimple and its gradual transformation into a scab;
• not passing through the itch, which can intensify at night;
• severe thinning and skin damage in the area of ​​herpes zoster.

Warning! Typically, the patient is concerned about only part of the symptoms, but approximately 25% of those infected with herpes zoster suffer from all signs, which significantly worsens their condition.

Quickly treating herpes zoster with

medications. In order for the therapy to be successful and not be delayed for several years, it is necessary to begin treatment of herpes in all directions, excluding the causes and factors of skin rashes. In the treatment can participate dermatologist, gynecologist, neurologist, therapist, oculist and ENT.Everything depends on the location of the painful nerve.

Acyclovir

A drug for which the Nobel Prize was awarded. Affordable cost and fast result from treatment allows to apply Acyclovir even to small children who have reached the age of two. In the presence of herpes zoster dosages are usually selected individually, taking into account the age of the patient and his current anamnesis.

The classic dosage of the drug is 800 mg of active substance, which is equal to four tablets. Take Acyclovir in this dose should be four times in the knocking, in the night drug drug is not required. The result of therapy will appear in the first day, the maximum course of therapy is 13 days. For other forms of skin diseases 5-10 days.

Famciclovir

The drug belongs to the more expensive analogues of Acyclovir, which can be used in the treatment of herpes zoster, localized in the eyes. The duration of therapy is one week. In this case, the patient is prescribed 0.5 mg of active substance three times a day. If the disease is acute, the patient takes 500 mg of active substance twice a day for the first two days. It is allowed to use Famciclovir in a dosage of 250 mg three times a day, with medium and acute forms of herpes manifestation.

Viferon

In the treatment of herpes zoster, a preparation in the form of an ointment is used. To completely eliminate the traces of the disease, a course of therapy of about five days to one week is prescribed. Viferon is applied four times a thin layer on the affected areas. Ointment significantly reduces itching, eliminates swelling, cracks, causes healing of cracks and possible suppuration. Viferon does not give any side effects, and in the list of contraindications are only allergies to the active substance and hypersensitivity.

Nemesil

Drug is a non-steroidal group of anti-inflammatory drugs. Apply them no more than 15 days, it is best to reduce the course of therapy to five days. To obtain a successful result, you need to drink one packet of active substance in the morning and evening, it is released in the form of a powder of 2 g. The contents are diluted in 100 ml of pure water. Do not dissolve granules in mineral water or tea. Admission of the drug in childhood and during pregnancy is possible only after a preliminary consultation with a doctor and clarifying the recommended dosage.

Cycloferon

A medicinal preparation is used to enhance the protective functions of the body. Under normal immunity, it is easier to cope with a viral infection that can not affect large nerve locations. Classical dosage of Cycloferon is four tablets for adult patients. Up to 12 years, the number of doses and the regimen is determined by a dermatologist. Adults drink the drug on the following days of treatment: 1,2, 4, 6, 8, 11, 14, 17, 20 and 23.

A total of 40 tablets should be taken for the course of the patient after 12 years. Sometimes the reception scheme can be adjusted if this is the case for real indications. Among the side effects are called only allergic reactions, which are manifested in a small percentage of patients. Most often, such reactions are observed in childhood. Cases of overdose, if used correctly, were not observed.

Pyrilene

The drug is prescribed to eliminate the pain syndrome that occurs due to severe damage to the nerve endings. The drug is taken in strict doses. In addition to eliminating pain, it allows you to eliminate convulsions and establish sleep. One tablet of the drug is 0.005 g. The patient, taking into account the severity of his condition, can appoint a half or whole tablet four times a day. The duration of the course of therapy is determined by the attending physician. Usually it is four days.

Diazepam

Also a drug to eliminate seizures and pain. Visibly facilitates the patient's condition, allowing him to comply with sleep and rest. When treating the painful syndrome due to herpes zoster, a dosage of 5-10 mg of the active substance is used three times a day. The course of therapy is also fast and effective and is no more than one week. In the treatment of small children, diazepam is used in rare cases. When passing the therapy, patients may be diagnosed with problems with defecation, headaches and stomach problems.

Afobazol

For the establishment of a good emotional background and to ease the condition of the patient at night, it is recommended to use mild sedatives and sedatives. Afobazol appoint three times a day for a single dose, which is 10 mg of the active substance. When using a medicinal product, it is forbidden to give it to pregnant women and adolescents under 18 years of age. The duration of therapy can be from one week to a month.

Glycine

The drug has the same functions as Afobazol, but it costs several times cheaper. Take the drug two to three times a day for one tablet. The recommended course of therapy is two weeks. The last tablet is taken 15-20 minutes before going to bed. The drug is easily tolerated with combined therapy.

Warning! People with senile age who have problems with kidney and liver, in the presence of chronic autoimmune diseases, with extensive ulcers and purulent neoplasms, treatment can be carried out only with the permission of the treating specialist. It is important to properly assign a dose to avoid side effects, but at the same time as quickly as possible to eliminate symptoms of herpes zoster.

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Cost of medicines against herpes

Drug Name		Image Type	cost
Acyclovir Antiviral			20-210 rubles
		Famciclovir Antiviral	590-2000 rubles
Viferon		Antiviral	169-1000 rubles
Nimesil		antiinflammatory	715 rubles
TSikloferon		Raising immunity	180-1000 rubles
Pirilen	Painkiller, against seizures	120-500 rubles
Diazepam		Against seizures	130-800 rubles
Afobazole		Sedative, sedative	315 rubles
Glycine		Sedative, sedative	15-50 rubles

Attention! The cost of medicines is listed for the entire package without specifying the dosage and manufacturer. Allowed a slight decrease or increase in prices due to the region and category of the pharmacy network.

Local herpes zoster treatment for folk medicine

Vinegar compress

This method does not treat the underlying cause of the disease, but is ideal for complex treatment that combines local and oral medications. Use vinegar is simple enough. To do this, simply moisten a clean kerchief or any matter in vinegar, squeeze and apply to the diseased area. The session lasts 10 minutes, during which the itching, redness disappears, the skin condition improves. A total of 3 compresses per day are allowed, the course of therapy is 10 days.

Pear compress

The drug is used in the form of compresses. It is also used exclusively for topical use as a combination therapy. For treatment, one fresh pear is crushed in a puree, applied to the affected area, and a clean gauze is applied from above. Leave the pear for 4-5 hours. To wash fruit mashed potatoes should not be. The prescription is applied once a day until all symptoms disappear completely.

Soda Ointment

100 g of soda is diluted with ordinary water to a creamy state. The resulting gruel is applied to all affected areas of the body to relieve the itching, cause the regeneration process and eliminate purulent manifestations. Use soda can be up to three times a day, wash it is not required. Before direct application of a new portion, you can gently wash the wound, dry it with a paper towel and immediately apply paste. The course of therapy lasts until all symptoms disappear completely.

Honey and lemon

This remedy significantly improves immunity, increasing the resistance of the body to herpes zoster. To improve your health, it is enough to take 10 ml of liquid honey and combine it with 5 g of ripe lemon peel, this equals one teaspoon with the top. Both products are poured into 250 ml of boiling water. Once the water is suitable for drinking, you should drink all the infusion. You should drink this tea three times a day after the main meal. The course of therapy is seven days.

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If competently combined in the treatment of herpes zoster of traditional and traditional medicine, there will be a real chance to quickly get rid of the most severe and dangerous manifestations of skin diseases. When passing therapy it is necessary to monitor the results and, if necessary, change the dosage of medications.