shingles, Dermatology FAQ

Struggling with Skin Issues: Seeking Help for Folliculitis and Warts

Please help me? Hello: I have previously experienced simplex herpes and shingles! When I get tired, I have back pain or sores at the corners of my mouth! A few years ago, I moved north for work and, due to the change in environment, I contracted folliculitis and sun allergy! In r...

Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
1. Herpes zoster rarely recurs, but it can leave behind neuropathic pain. At 32 years old, neuropathic pain usually resolves within a few months. If it persists, consider factors such as improper posture or strain that may be causing back pain, and it is advisable to consult a ne...

Understanding Sheng She: What You Need to Know About Shingles

Shingles Hello, doctor: May I ask what the disease referred to as "生蛇" in Taiwanese is, as I am not familiar with the correct terminology? What are the potential effects? If there is severe itching in the lower back, does that relate to a type of herpes?

Dr. Zhong Yitun Reply:
The common saying "to have a snake" refers to what is medically known as shingles, or herpes zoster. Its pathogen is the same as that of chickenpox. The cause is that after having chickenpox in childhood, some of the virus remains dormant in the nerve roots near the spi...

Can Shingles Be Contagious? Risks for Infants Explained

Is shingles contagious? Dr. Chen, can shingles be contagious? My mother recently developed shingles, is there a possibility that she could transmit it to my baby (who is just two months old), causing the baby to develop chickenpox? If it is contagious, what is the potential perio...

Dr. Chen Yiying Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the virus in the shingles blisters can potentially be transmitted to a baby who has never had chickenpox, causing the baby to develop chickenpox. However, since your baby is only two months old, if you have had chickenpox, the baby will have p...

Understanding Shingles: Symptoms, Complications, and Treatment Options

Shingles Hello, doctor! I have developed small blisters on my abdomen, waist, and back. After a dermatological examination, I was diagnosed with herpes zoster, and the pain has been unbearable. The prescription provided by the doctor only offers slight pain relief, but the bliste...

Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Hello! Shingles can indeed be very painful. Based on your description, it is possible that the blisters are larger and deeper, causing the rupture of the subcutaneous microvessels, which leads to the occurrence of hemorrhagic blisters. Since the onset of the condition has been tw...

Understanding Skin Pain: Possible Signs of Shingles or Other Conditions

Skin pain Hello, Dr. Chen. I have been experiencing a skin issue for the past couple of days. I have a painful sensation in my lower left abdomen and lower back, similar to the pain associated with a cold, although I do not have a cold. The area of pain is gradually expanding, an...

Dr. Chen Yiying Reply:
Hello: In response to your question: Based on your description, it does sound like a precursor to shingles, which can present with pain or abnormal sensations in the distribution of the same nerve ganglion. I'm not sure if you have noticed the appearance of typical skin lesi...

Understanding Shingles: Duration, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Shingles I was diagnosed with herpes zoster at the hospital on August 29 due to the appearance of blisters on my skin. I would like to confirm the following: 1. How long does this condition typically last? 2. Initially, the rash was only present in the middle of my left neck an...

Dr. Jin Lianchun Reply:
Hello, ma'am; 1. The course of this disease depends on age and immunity. In patients under 40 years old, if the wound is kept dry, the course typically lasts from two to four weeks.

Understanding Shingles: Why Chickenpox Can Recur in Adults

Recurrent chickenpox I am 35 years old and currently have around 500 red spots with blisters on my skin, which have spread from my body to my neck and throughout my entire body. After examination by a physician, it was confirmed to be chickenpox. Interestingly, I had chickenpox a...

Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Chickenpox "usually" occurs only once; however, even with vaccination, there is still a 2-3% chance of recurrence. Chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus and can be transmitted through direct contact or airborne transmission. After infection, it is important...

Understanding Shingles: Symptoms, Healing Time, and Scar Prevention

Shingles One day, I suddenly noticed small, blister-like bumps on the back right side of my neck. They are painful and increasing in number. Doctor, how long will it take for this condition to heal? I’ve heard that it can leave unsightly scars. How can I minimize scarring, and wh...

Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Based on your description, your issue may be shingles. Shingles, commonly known as herpes zoster, is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. The first infection with this virus results in chickenpox, after which the virus remains dormant in th...

Understanding Shingles: Dietary and Lifestyle Tips for Recovery

Shingles After being diagnosed with shingles in my lower back, I would like to understand what dietary and lifestyle considerations I should keep in mind. What is shingles? What causes it? Will it recur after healing? Thank you!

Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Shingles, commonly known as herpes zoster or chickenpox, is caused by the varicella-zoster virus. The initial infection with this virus results in chickenpox, after which the virus remains dormant in the spinal nerve roots for life. When stimulated, the latent virus reactivates a...

Unexplained Skin Swelling: Causes, Symptoms, and When to See a Doctor

Unexplained swelling of the skin? Doctor, recently I've been experiencing small bumps on my hands, feet, buttocks, and around my waist that resemble mosquito bites. After a while, these bumps spread outwards and continue to swell. They don't itch when I leave them alone...

Dr. Liao Wenyu Reply:
Mr. Chong: Based on your description, it is possible that you have shingles, but you still need to visit a dermatologist for a definitive diagnosis and further treatment.

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