Shingles are caused by herpes zoster virus, the same virus that causes chicken pox.Shingles often begins with pain or tingling. Then a red rash appears that's soon followed by blisters. Try these home remedies:

1. Topical use of diluted apple cider vinegar is beneficial. 
2. Rest will help your body's defenses come to your rescue.
3. Acupuncture provides some benefits.

4. Gently place a cold cloth on the blisters or wrap a towel around the affected area and pour ice water on it.
5. Colostrum, a pre-milk fluid produced by mammals contains a transfer factor, a substance that carries immune factors, effective against viruses.
6. Administration of pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) is recommended.

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Radhika Kartik, Consultant Dietitian