Expert-Recommended Homeopathy for Shingles Relief

Find relief from Herpes Zoster with our comprehensive homeopathic treatment options. From targeted drops to complex tablets, our solutions are designed to soothe and heal your skin. Trust in Dr. recommended plans for effective and natural remedies

Introduction

Herpes zoster, also called shingles, is a viral disease caused by the varicella zoster virus (VZV), the same virus responsible for chickenpox. This condition primarily affects unilateral nerves. Anyone who has had chickenpox may develop shingles.

Herpes zoster infection is a rather common viral infection. The manifestations of this infection can range from subtle to extensive lesions, such as alveolar bone necrosis and exfoliation of teeth. Pain, allodynia, and altered sensation are common features of acute herpes zoster.

The infection and reactivation of herpes zoster result in characteristic vesiculo-bullous-ulcerative lesions of the face and oral cavity. Because it produces a radicular distribution of pain, it should be included in the differential diagnosis of radiculopathy. According to the Journal of the Formosan Medical Association, patients with risk behaviors for HIV infection should receive regular surveillance for undiagnosed HIV infection when they present with herpes zoster.

Symptoms

• Painful Skin Rash: Blisters limited to one side of the body.
• Pain, Burning, Numbness, or Tingling: Common early symptoms.
• Sensitivity to Touch: Increased sensitivity in affected areas.
• Red Rash: Begins a few days after the onset of pain.
• Fluid-Filled Blisters: These break open and crust over.
• Itching: Common in the rash area.

It is important to note that the virus causing chickenpox and shingles is not the same virus responsible for cold sores or genital herpes, which are sexually transmitted infections.

Neuropathic Pain

If the pain of herpes zoster continues after the rash has healed for more than three months in the affected skin areas, it is termed postherpetic neuralgia.

Herpes Zoster, Shingles Homeopathy Medicines

Dr K S Gopi says Homoeopathic medicines are ideal for the treatment of herpes zoster and it cure this condition safely without any side effects. He recommends following medicines (Source: blog ks-gopi dot blogspotdot com)

1. Ranunculus bulbosus 30 for herpes zoster with intense itching. While itching, or tingling start a few days before the rash appears, Shingles soon turns to reddish bumps and in a few days to fluid-filled blisters. The patient feels burning, bruised, and stitching pains. Vesicles are bluish in colour, sensitive to touch and cold air. Also indicated for intercostal neuralgia following herpetic infection. It is prepared from the plant buttercup

2. Rhus Tox 30  is a routine remedy for herpes zoster with much itching, burning, and tingling pains, vesicles are yellowish with itching and stinging, skin is sensitive to cold air. Dr Vikas Sharma says feeling as if pierced with hot needles, increase in eruptions on rubbing, a feeling of burning pain on blistering skin rash and itching that gets better with the application of hot water are the main symptoms for use of this remedy

3. Arsenicum Alb 30 for suppurating herpes with violent burning pain. At first, the sores look similar to small bumps or pimples before developing into pus-filled blisters. These may be red, yellow or white. There is burning and shooting pain with fish like scales, which is worse at night. Large and deep crusts/scales bleed when removed. Patient thirsts for water from burning pains after healing of Herpes Zoster eruptions

4. Mezereum 200  where herpes follow the course of intercostals or supra orbital nerves. There is intolerable itching and sharp lightening like pain. Dr. Vikas sharma says a guiding symptom for mezereum is violently itching vesicles with shining red areola and intense burning. Ulceration forms thick scabs under which purulent matter exudes, in chronic cases. Scabs eventually form on the small bumps, blisters or open sores as shingles  heal,
5. Hypericum Perfoliatum 30 for painful vesicular eruptions occurring along the course of spinal nerves in a unilateral way or on the face, nose and eyes. Herpes is present in circular patches. It relieves intense neuropathic pain syndromes in herpes
6. Cedron 30 is prescribed in herpes zoster with radiating pain. Postherpetic neuralgia means nerve pain after herpes that may appear as outward pain flowing from affected area. Shingles pain is localized, usually radiating around the rash that develops. 
7. Dulcamara 30 is best for herpes zoster and it is prescribed for suppurative (pus forming) herpes due to cold conditions and by living in damp houses.

Dr. Kirti's Homeopathy Treatment Kit for Herpes Zoster (Shingles)

Recommended Homeopathic Medicines

Dr. Kirti recommends the following homeopathic medicines for the treatment of Herpes Zoster (shingles). For more information, watch his YouTube video titled "Herpes Zoster! Homeopathic Medicine for Herpes Zoster? Explain!"

Mode of Action of Herpes Zoster Treatment Homeopathic Medicines

1. Variolinum 30
   • Dosage: 2 drops, 2 times a day.
   • Benefits: As per Dr. Vaishali Jain, "Variolinum is a very effective medicine in aiding, curing, and preventing smallpox."
2. Rhus Toxicodendron 30
   • Dosage: 2 drops every hour for 3 days.
   • Benefits: Rhus tox is one of the top remedies for herpes zoster. It is considered a routine remedy for herpes zoster with much itching, burning, and tingling pains.
3. Arsenic Album 30
   • Dosage: 1 drop, 3 times a day.
   • Benefits: Arsenic alb is another top remedy for the treatment of herpes zoster. It is suited to suppurating herpes with violent burning pain, especially worse at night (12 to 4 am). The crusts are large and deep, which bleed when removed. There is a thirst for small quantities of water at short intervals.
4. Cantharis 30
   • Dosage: 2 drops, three times a day (morning, noon, night).
   • Benefits: Good for blisters, reduces pain and infection, and dries up the water content in blisters. It has an effect on nerves affected by the herpes virus.
5. Calendula Officinalis Q
   • Dosage: Apply on the affected area three times a day.
   • Benefits: Dr. Gopi advises that after the vesicles and crusts have disappeared, 50 drops mixed with 30 gms of Petroleum Jelly may be applied to the affected part to soothe the skin.

By following Dr. Kirti's recommendations, you can effectively manage the symptoms of Herpes Zoster with these targeted homeopathic treatments.

Other patent homeopathy medicines for Herpes Zoster

Dr.Bakshi B67 Shingles drops contain Croton Tig 6x, a remedy known for its broad and intense action on the skin and mucous surfaces. It is especially effective for treating pustular eruptions on the face and genitals, providing relief and promoting healing.

Dr.Reckeweg R68 Shingles drops feature Natrium Chloratum, which is highly beneficial for Herpes Labialis (cold sores). This formulation targets the underlying issues and helps reduce the frequency and severity of cold sore outbreaks.

REPL Dr. Advice No 54, is designed to address herpes and vascular eruptions effectively. This remedy supports the body's natural healing processes, helping to manage and alleviate the symptoms associated with herpes.

Haslab HC82 Skoocum Complex Tablets combine Graphites 3x and Petroleum 3x to treat papular eruptions on the face and lips. These ingredients work synergistically to reduce inflammation, soothe the skin, and promote recovery from eruptions.

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