Shingles is only contagious through direct contact with the rash if the blisters are oozing. Most often, shingles is treated with antiviral medications. These drugs can reduce the severity of the ...

Do not let dressings or plasters stick to the rash and avoid using antibiotic cream, which can slow healing. "If you get shingles, it's best to see your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible as ...

Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a painful rash caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus responsible for chickenpox. If left untreated, shingles can lead to ...