This
infection consists of small, round clusters of the same virus which cause
chicken pox in childhood. But, in adulthood, it causes the far more dangerous
condition known as shingles.
Symptoms
Sharp,
burning pain along a nerve route somewhere in your body for 3-4 days. There are
angry red blisters at that pain site several days later. There are very painful
and itchy. Later the bumps blister, turn cloudy, and form scabs. It usually
lasts 7-14 days from the time the blisters appear before the scabs drop off.
This is no ordinary rash. It is shingles, which is a viral infection of a
nerve. It most often occurs on the skin of the abdomen, under the ribs, and
above the navel. But it can appear anywhere on the body. It most frequently occurs
after the age of 50.
If shingles
starts near the eye, beware! The cornea can become infected and blindness may
result. You would then do well to consult an eye specialist.
Causes
It is known
that poisonous substances in food, metals, drugs and other toxic substances can
do it. For example, risk of shingles increases with the use of anti-cancer
drugs. Anything that weakens the immune system can bring on an attack of
shingles. Once it occurs, the pain can continue on for months or years. So it
is better to prevent an attack.
Treatment and
Prevention naturally
1.Massive doses of vitamins C (1,000 mg, 3 times a day, and
200 mg, 5-6 times a day), rutin and B complex. In addition, take vitamin F,
calcium and lecithin. The amino acid, lysine, can help inhibit the spread of
the herpes virus. The diet must include raw fruits and vegetables, brewer’s
yeast, brown rice, and whole grains. Be sure and eat enough protein (legumes
and nuts).
2.Place one or more of the following on them: tea tree oil
with plaintain, calamine, or other calcium preparation on them. Calcium is
always soothing to skin rash conditions. Apply vitamin E oil from a capsule to
the area. Take 500mg of lysine 2 times daily.
3.Put cold water on a cloth and place it over the area. The
cooler it is, the better it feels. Avoid anything that will make your blistered
skin hotter.
4.Put apple cider vinegar on it daily. Take hot baths 2-3
times a week. Take a starch bath (one cup of cornstarch or colloidal oatmeal
into a hot tub). Colloidal oatmeal is powdered and can be obtained at the
pharmacy. Do not slip in the tub!
5.Clean out the bowels frequently. Light fruit and
vegetable fasts will also help clean out and strengthen the body. Wear only
cotton clothing while the condition exists.
6.Dab the infection with hydrogen peroxide, to purify it.
If pain exists after the blisters are gone, put ice on the area.
7.Applying cayenne blocks pain signals from nerves just
under the skin. It works so well, the FDA has approved commercial creams
containing it.
8.Applied licorice eliminates pain and inflammation within
3 days in some people. Drink a weak tea and apply a strong tea directly to the
rash.
9.Avoid drafts. Allow sunlight on the area for short
intervals. When bathing, gently wash the blisters and avoid touching or
scratching them.
Warning
If the
shingles appear on the forehead, tip of the nose, or near the eyes, contact an
ophthalmologist. Such cases can lead to blindness.
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