Shingles From Chicken Pox

Sorry I have not been on the blog for a bit but I have come down with "Shingles". I had chicken pox as a child but never in my life did I ever think I would have shingles. I am finding out just how painful they are. It is said that 1 in 5 people will get shingles. That's a lot of people!

Mine started as a small rash on my left side. I didn't think much about it but then it started spreading to the front part of my belly. Then came the itching and burning! Let me tell you this is the worst pain I have ever had. Blisters formed and hurt so bad it was difficult to wear clothes, let alone work. They tell you NOT to burst the blisters, but I DID! I just could not stand it. The doctor gave me a anti-viral drug and pain meds to help. It hurts worst at night when I am trying to sleep.

I did some research and many people say applying Apple Cider Vinegar helps. I tried it and it took the pain away! I soaked it like this for about 30 minutes then applied Calamine Lotion which cooled it. The pain was gone! SO I went out to the garden and planted my root crops! I intend to do this all day long. My pain is minimal now which is GOOD!

Shingles affects your nerves and it will  be on one side of the body, never both sides. It can appear on your face and if it does get to the doctor as fast as you can. If it gets in the eyes it can can cause blindness. I was lucky mine is on the torso. You can also have it more than once, although  there is only a 2% chance of it recurring. It surfaces mainly when your resistance is low or you are under stress. There is a shot available but it is so costly that most can not afford it, including myself.

I hope you never get this. It rates as the most painful affliction I can think of. My mother-in law had it and she could not wear clothes. I never knew the agony she was in until now. Take care of yourself, reduce your stress level and build your resistance. If you are like me and unlucky enough to get it, go to the doctor as fast as you can. Use Apple Cider vinegar and Calamine and try to get through it. If you have any questions post a comment and I will get back to you. Have a wonderful day!