It can be painful and uncomfortable to have shingles, which are caused by the varicella-zoster virus. Here are six natural remedies that might help ease the pain of shingles:
1. Cool Compress
Shingle blister discomfort, inflammation, and itching can be reduced by applying a cool, damp towel or ice pack.
2. Oatmeal Baths
Oatmeal baths relieve irritation and speed shingles recovery. Soak colloidal oatmeal in lukewarm bathwater for 15-20 minutes.
3. Topical Calamine Lotion
Calamine lotion helps relieve itching and dry out shingles blisters, speeding recovery.
4. Aloe Vera Gel
Aloe vera's anti-inflammatory and relaxing qualities can reduce shingles rash pain. Apply pure aloe vera gel many times a day.
5. Capsaicin Cream
Chilli pepper-derived capsaicin lotions help relieve shingles pain. Application directions are on the product label.
6. L-lysine Supplements
Amino acid L-lysine may lower shingles outbreak severity and duration. L-lysine supplements should be taken with medical advice.