08/03/2023
Shingles and buttercup!
Glaxo Smith Kline in conjunction with the International Federation on Aging has introduced Shingles Awareness Week, which for me is very apt as I am just recovering from a bout of this. Shingles is caused by the same virus (VZV) that causes chickenpox - once you've had chicken pox the virus lies dormant in your nerves and can be reactivated and produce shingles. This usually starts with feeling a bit unwell and headaches and then a red rash appears on one side of your body, usually your trunk or chest but can be on your face or back. The rash turns to blisters and then slowly heals. Shingles is only infectious if someone who hasn't had chicken pox touches the open blisters - they can then catch chicken pox. The rash is often described as burning or itching but is usually painful and leaves you feeling unwell. There are anti-viral medications you can take but there is evidence to suggest that these disrupt the gut microbiome changing the bacterial community in a negative way. We are all becoming aware of the importance of our gut microbiome for our health and happiness so I thought I would mention the help that homeopathy can give for the symptoms. Along with a special diet we can improve our health naturally resulting in increased levels of energy and well being. There are several remedies that are well-indicated to help with the symptoms of shingles. I used the most common one Rununculous bulbosus - buttercup! The best way to get the most appropriate remedy for your shingles is to contact a Registered Homeopath. Homeopathy can also be a great help for those who get post herpetic neuralgia which is when the pain from the rash continues despite the rash being healed This can go on for many months and be very debilitating. There are so many ways you can help yourself with shingles from homeopathy to diet and herbal creams and tinctures. 1 in 3 adults will get shingles in their lifetime, its more common after the age of 50 but can happen at any age.
Please contact me if you would like any information about how homeopathy can help. 07971000250.
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