Shingles Infection Ayurvedic Treatment by Home Remedies

Shingles is an infection of the nerve supplying certain areas of the skin, which causes a crusty, blistered rash. Shingles is caused by the herpes zoster virus. Herpes is a blister like rash caused by infection with any of a group of viruses responsible for many common illnesses, including chickenpox, shingles and glandular fever.
Shingles (herpes zoster) simplex is probably the most common viral parasite which lives off man. It exists in two forms type 1 usually causes cold sores, spots and blisters on the face, lips and eyes but oral sex with a partner who has cold sores could cause genital herpes. Herpes simplex type 2, is transmitted sexually, causing genital herpes in men and women, and can affect non genital skin areas in the new born babies of mothers who are carrying the infection.

Symptoms and Causes of Genital Shingles (herpes)


The incubation period (the length of time between picking up the infection and developing the disease) is short, only five or six days. The first attack usually consists of blisters on the genitals. The most fast affected parts of the body are the anus, buttocks or thighs as well as on the fingers. Shingles (herpes) can cause severe pain, discharge and constipation. The degree of pain depends on the number and site of the blisters, although some of the areas likely to be affected will probably are more painful than others.  The blisters will usually take about 10 days to heal completely but throughout that time they will be constantly shedding viruses. Some natural treatments are best to treat this problem at home without any side effect which are we given below. In severe condition better to consult a dermatologist.

Best Tips to Treat Shingles (Herpes Zoster) Naturally

 Olive Leaves Boiled Water

Boil a handful olive leaves in 4-5 liters water for 8-10 minutes when it becomes into half off the flame and place it to cool. Now dip a large cotton ball in it and apply it softly on the affected area 4-5 times daily. Olive leaves properties are best for killing the herpes zoster virus and also stop the formation of this virus naturally.

Yogurt with Neem Leaves Paste

Make a creamy paste fresh green leaves with yogurt and apply it on affected area for 20-25 minutes. Before applying this paste also boil neem leaves in 2-3 liters water and place it to cool. After applying the paste wash the affected area with this boiled but cold neem water. It is best to take a bath with this neem water daily. Lysine properties of yogurt are best to treat this problem naturally.

Pineapple Juice with Egg white

Pineapple juice and egg white are the best source of lysine. Applying pineapple juice with egg white is also best to treat shingles (herpes zoster) problem. Drinking pineapple juice during this period is also best to treat this problem. Vitamin C and zinc have also been found to be extremely beneficial in keeping all forms of the herpes virus away. And they have the added benefit of giving the immune system a powerful boost, which of course, helps sufferers of shingles.

Aloe Vera Gel with Milk

In order to reduce pain and stimulate recovery, soak a thin cotton cloth in aloe vera gel and milk mixture. Now cover the area with it. This procedure should dramatically reduce recovery time if repeated regularly. It will also provide much needed relief naturally to the itching and can help ease the painful, uncomfortable skin of shingles.

What to Add and What to Avoid

Although there is no medical proof, many sufferers of herpes believe that outbreaks can be reduced by regulating the intake of two amino acids, lysine and arginine, which occur naturally in foodstuffs. Foods high in lysine are believed to reduce attacks, while those high in arginine, for example nuts and rice, should be avoided. Dry your skin thoroughly, then wash and disinfect any towels. Wash your hands after applying the lotions, wash hands immediately. The risk is small, but you could transmit the virus to another person if you do not thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water. Avoid picking at and scratching blisters. If left alone, blisters will crust over and fall off naturally. 
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