The varicella-zoster virus, which causes shingles, can be an extremely painful and irritating virus. People who have had shingles before are familiar with the anguish it may cause, including the burni...

The discomfort from shingles can be excruciating at first and may persist for a very long time after the rashes go. To alleviate this pain, there are numerous therapeutic methods available. You are more likely to develop shingles if you have ever had chickenpox, and you will not soon forget the exc...

Past studies have highlighted that people who have had chickenpox during their childhood, have been infected with the varicella-zoster virus and it is going to live in their bodies forever. It may sound unbelievable but this is true. If the same virus gets reactive later in life, it causes shingles...