What are shingles?
Caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox (varicella-zoster), shingles is a viral infection that results in a painful, blistery rash that typically appears in a strip on your torso but may occur anywhere on the body.
The rash may take 3-5 weeks to clear and generally starts with burning or tingling pain at the site, followed by a red rash that eventually develops blisters which open, drain, and then crust over.
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How do you get shingles?
Once you’ve had chickenpox, the varicella-zoster virus remains in your nerve tissue. It may lie inactive for decades before reappearing as shingles. The CDC estimates that 1 in every 3 people in the United States will experience shingles in their lifetime. It’s more common in older adults but even children can get it.
Why is it so painful?
Shingles pain, also known as postherpetic neuralgia, is the most common complication and affects nerve fibers and the skin at the site of the outbreak.
Nerve fibers damaged by shingles can’t communicate clearly with your brain. Instead, the nerve messages become confused and exaggerated. This causes chronic, often excruciating pain that can last for months to years.
What are the symptoms?
The symptoms associated with postherpetic neuralgia are usually localized to the area where the rash occurred and may include:
- Burning, sharp, and jabbing, or deep and achy pain that lasts long after the shingles rash has healed
- Extreme sensitivity to light touch that may occur even when lightweight clothing touches the affected region
- Itching and numbness at the site of the shingles rash
These symptoms all occur after the rash has healed and your skin appears clear.
Why Neuropathy Treatment Clinic in Oklahoma for Shingles Treatment?
At Neuropathy Treatment Center of Oklahoma, we believe in treating shingles with a holistic approach. NRT therapy is tailored to your needs and designed to reduce pain and accelerate healing.
Finding proper treatment for shingles can often be a daunting task. We understand the challenges and complexities of shingles and offer breakthrough shingles treatment from highly skilled pain management professionals.
We specialize in treating all stages of shingles, from initial symptoms to postherpetic neuralgia (nerve pain that lasts after you had shingles), to ensure your best possible outcome.
Treatment plans include a combination of therapies that address shingles’ symptoms and root causes. Our pain management team utilizes advanced diagnostic techniques to identify the specific cause of your symptoms, allowing us to develop a shingles treatment plan best suited to your needs.
In addition to providing attentive shingles treatment, we offer exceptional patient care. You can expect friendly and compassionate support throughout your treatment journey. We ensure you are well informed about your options and what you can expect from your shingles treatment.
If you or your loved one suffers from shingles, Neuropathy Treatment Clinic in Oklahoma is your best option for comprehensive, effective, and compassionate shingles treatment in Tulsa and Oklahoma City.
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