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3. Visual disturbances
Because the varicella-zoster virus affects our nerve roots, shingles can attack basically any nerve in the body. It is not uncommon for the facial region to be affected, which can lead to visual disturbances. In the case of severe courses, even a complete vision loss appear.
4. Fatigue and fever
Apart from the characteristic symptoms such as a rash and nerve pain, diffuse symptoms can also occur with shingles. For example, many sufferers suffer from unusual tiredness or a slight fever even before the rash appears. If these general symptoms occur together with severe nerve pain, you should contact your trusted doctor to have a possible diagnosis made or to be able to rule out something worse.
5. Paralysis of the face
The varicella-zoster virus can damage and irritate nerves. If shingles occurs on the face, the median facial nerve can also be affected. Irritations are sometimes also noticeable here through paralysis in the face. In some cases, this can lead to paralysis of one half of the face. If you notice paralysis on one side of your face, you should definitely consult a doctor. These can also be signs of a stroke.
6. Stomach problems
In addition to the typical skin rashes, shingles can also cause stomach problems. These can take the form of Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and indigestion to express. The stomach problems often occur when the virus affects the nerves in the abdomen. Proper medical care and a healthy diet can help alleviate the stomach problems associated with shingles.
Vaccination against shingles
Due to possible complications and long-term consequences, the Standing Committee on Vaccination (STIKO) recommends that everyone over the age of 60 be vaccinated against herpes zoster. People with underlying diseases should even be vaccinated from the age of 50. Therefore, when you next visit the doctor’s office, please speak to the doctor you trust about the vaccination if you belong to a risk group.
Information about vaccination against shingles can also be found on the website of the Impfmittelherstellers GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) under www.impfen.de/guertelrose. From February 27 to March 5, 2023, GSK is launching the “Shingles Health Week” with exciting events and educational campaigns.
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