Varicella-zoster virus causes chickenpox and is a member of the herpes virus group. It is extremely contagious and causes a ...

The virus spreads down a nerve pathway to cause a painful blistering rash ... pain syndrome that often accompanies shingles, especially in patients over age 65. “Up until now, there has been no ...

Rozalia Russian has revealed how she had her Melbourne Cup Carnival experience ruined after contracting a painful viral infection shortly before the big race.

Since January 2024, pharmacists have been able to treat seven common health conditions without a prescription. The NHS have ...

Moffat is an associate professor of microbiology and immunology at Upstate, and she has studied the Varicella zoster virus, which causes both chickenpox and shingles, for 30 years. Also this week, low ...

If the rash only ... too much pain. Treatment for patients will vary depending on how severe the symptoms are or if there is a risk of a complication. Mild shingles might require no treatment ...

The virus spreads down a nerve pathway to cause a painful blistering rash ... pain syndrome that often accompanies shingles, especially in patients over age 65. "Up until now, there has been no ...