Shingles and chickenpox affect families across Singapore every day. Whether you're noticing symptoms for the first time, caring for a loved one, or simply want to understand these viral conditions better, you're in the right place for clear, reliable information.
We help you navigate the facts about symptoms, prevention strategies, and treatment options so you can make informed decisions for your family's wellness. Explore our articles to find answers to your questions about these common conditions.
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25 August 2021
Shingles is a painful condition that can be caused by the varicella zoster virus. This virus is also responsible for chickenpox, which many people have already been exposed to in their lifetime. Shingles typically appear on one side of the…
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Shingles is a condition caused by the reactivation of varicella-zoster virus in a person who previously had chickenpox, and it mainly affects the nerves and skin. The symptoms of shingles typically include an itchy or painful rash, fever, h…
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Chickenpox and shingles are both diseases that occur in the herpes zoster family. They are caused by the same virus, which is also called varicella-zoster or just VZV. There are various differences between chickenpox and shingles, which inc…
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Shingles is a painful rash that can affect people of all ages. The varicella-zoster virus is usually passed through direct contact with someone who has shingles, or by touching something that the person touched after they had been infected.…
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Does shingles leave scars? The answer to this question is not a simple yes or no. For some people, the blisters caused by shingles scab over in 7-10 days, fall off, and reveal healthy skin underneath in two to four weeks. However, for other…
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Shingles is a skin condition that can result in significant pain and discomfort. The virus, which is most commonly caused by chickenpox, can be treated with antiviral medications and other therapies such as topical lidocaine patches or oral analgesics. This blog post will discuss the symptoms of shingles, treatments for shingles, and provide useful information about how to deal with this painful condition. These articles provide helpful knowledge on the topic of shingles.