Shingles, a virus that can cause painful rashes and serious complications ... Plus" to explain the latest research showing promising treatment results and how to prevent the illness.

Shingles can be debilitating and even cause permanent vision loss. But a new treatment plan may be able to provide relief for those who have suffered vision loss as a result of the virus.

A leading pharmacist has warned Brits not to overlook changes to their skin – because they could be vital clues to a life-threatening condition. From a subtle discolouration to a change in texture or ...

A leading pharmacist has warned Brits not to overlook changes to their skin – because they could be vital clues to a ...

Shingles, or herpes zoster, is a painful skin rash with blisters. The disease can occur at any age, but those affected are ...

There's a potential new treatment for people who develop ... It's the chickenpox virus that reactivates causing a rash and nerve pain. Shingles of the eye can cause scarring and vision loss.

Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) is the virus that causes chickenpox and shingles.

Get medical attention right away if you develop a shingles rash near your eyes. These symptoms usually resolve as the rash heals. Treatment is most effective when you start it within the first few ...

There's a potential new treatment for people who develop ... It's the chickenpox virus that reactivates causing a rash and nerve pain. Shingles of the eye can cause scarring and vision loss.

The study examined the long-term use of the existing antiviral treatment valacyclovir, which is already used to initially treat any case of shingles, albeit only for seven to 10 days. The ...