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Beware of the Shingles

September 25, 2014

Just the mention of shingles can send a shiver down your spine. If you’ve braved chickenpox, then you could be at risk for shingles.

It isn’t a life-threatening condition, but it can be extremely painful as it reaches deep down into nerve endings.. This skin rash is born from the same virus that causes the dreaded childhood disease, chickenpox. It can appear anywhere on your body but typically manifests itself as a single strip of blisters around the left or right side of your torso. Shingles is most common in senior adults but has also been known to attack younger people. It can be triggered by stress or other factors that lead to a weakened immune system.

Much like chickenpox, signs and symptoms include pain and burning, a red rash and fluid filled blisters that can break open. Symptoms of shingles usually affect only a small section of one side of your body. You should contact one of our expert dermatologists if you suspect that  you may be experiencing signs of Shingles. As is true in most cases, early detection and treatment will have you feeling better soon.

If you have any questions about shingles or about changes in your skin, please call us today at 865-690-9467. Skin health is an important part of total body wellness. Schedule an appointment with one of our board certified physicians to get your skin the care it needs so it can reach its fullest, healthiest potential.

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