http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/shingles3.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/shingles3.rss Cure Shingles with Remedies from the Earth Clinic Community. Mon, 13 Feb 12 00:00:06 -0600 en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=OL_73566 /CURES/shingles3.rss1 Sun, 12 Feb 12 13:06:26 -0600 [YEA] Quercus from Inland Empire, California writes: "Have had shingles on and off for several years. What really seems to knock them out is olive leaf extract. Olive leaf has anti viral properties and brought me almost instant relief during the last outbreak. I have found using the standardized extract of 20% Oleuropein in 300 mg /3 times a day worked well. I have also found that the Zyrtec antihistamine helps with the uncontrollable itching. Diet/stress for me seems to cause an outbreak. Usually chocolate and nuts are factors. How long they last seems to depend on rest, diet and supplementation. Lysine, B & C vitamins along with the olive leaf extract really helps me. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=AVEO_72712 /CURES/shingles3.rss2 Tue, 31 Jan 12 15:44:44 -0600 [YEA] Jo from Southampton, Hampshire, Uk writes: "Last night my whole leg was covered in painful red rash and blisters. I was at my wits end until I discovered this site. After purchasing aloe vera gel today and liberally applying it with eucalyptus oil I simply cannot believe the difference. The blisters have dried, the redness has significantly decreased and the pain has all but gone. I did try the ACV but found that it stung a lot and irritated the blisters. I did take it internally though. Last night I was writhing in pain unable to speak, today the pain is manageable and significantly better. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=ACV_69333 /CURES/shingles3.rss3 Sat, 17 Dec 11 08:55:46 -0600 Jeanine from Hiisborough, Nj writes: "I was diagnosed with Shingles 3 days ago. I'm taking an antibiotic but still feel the pain and not sleeping well it's on my back. Reading everyones post regarding Apple Cider Vinegar sounds very encouraging what is the amount to take orally and I see some people say to warm up with honey or juice would like feedback regarding how much and what recipe makes it easier to drink? I'm also taking L-Lysine 3 times a day 1000mg, should I up that? Does it help? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=OTC_68530 /CURES/shingles3.rss4 Tue, 06 Dec 11 10:15:47 -0600 [YEA] Barbara from Montgomery, Al writes: "Several years ago when I had a near outbreak of shingles... Rash starting to appear and painful stinging sensation, I read in a health magazine that Tagamet, an over the counter acid reducer, could help with symptoms. It did! The symptoms went away in a few days. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=GF_68308 /CURES/shingles3.rss5 Fri, 02 Dec 11 20:26:00 -0600 Need To Know from Huntsville, Alabama writes: "Does Epsom Salts help Post-Shingles Neuropathy Pain? I really need to know!! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=ACV_67448 /CURES/shingles3.rss6 Mon, 21 Nov 11 22:17:59 -0600 [YEA] Maggiemae from Dearborn, Mi writes: "Looking for relief for pain from shingles--ear, neck, head. Just tried 2T of ACV (followed by a little honey) and got instant relief. Also applied to my bumps and blisters. It's as close to a miracle as I've seen! THANK YOU! Also, going to look up morton's neuroma.... " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=GF_67287 /CURES/shingles3.rss7 Sat, 19 Nov 11 17:19:04 -0600 Jeanne from Fraser, Mi, Usa writes: "What I thought was a pulled muscle in my mid back, turned out to be Shingles... And the pain was unreal. I only had a few blisters, and did end up on antiviruls. Now, a month later.. Some days are ok, some aren't.. But now I have this redness, and itching, around my middle, between my bra line and waist. I thought that it was from all the fruit that I have been eating.. Or all the vit C and supplements.. But I now remember that I have had this off and on for a long time (around my middle)... Again I just thought that it was a reaction from eating too much fruit. In my subject line, you see I think this has been years, and I will explain. Years ago I woke up with a fever and sore throat, went immedialty to Dr. as I am prone to throat infections, he gave me a shot, and meds. Within a couple of days, my mouth was burning, and my joints where so sore I could hardly move, even my jaw muscles.. Could hardly eat. Went thru all the tests, and just about everything came back ok.. My Dr. said it was an arthritic episode of some sort. Well, my knee to this day still hurts, (muscle).. At that same time, I was under a lot of stress, and right before this (episode) I was getting this sharp stabbing pain above by shoulder by my neck, it was a burning pain.. Not unbearable, just hurt all the time.. Went to chiropractor, told that it was prob. Fibromyalgia.. , rubs, massage, nothing seemed to take this away. I still, to this day have that same pain, but have noticed that I had a very slight rash, with a few raised pimple-like spots... but again just figured that it was the topicals I was using for the pain.. I really think that I have been with this shingle thing for yrs... I am 65.. And I really think this all started over 20 yrs ago. I have had odd rashes, muscle pain, joint pains and along with that, this burning, in just little areas here and there.. again for yrs.. Since I have done all this reading, and I mean a lot (this site is awesome).. I truly think it's just been happening off and on until the really big hit.. With the major pain, and actual blisters.. and you all know the rest (pain).. I'm so afraid of that pain coming back.. I have been doing so many of the remedies that I have read here.. Feel ok.. Just scared.. I guess I have read myself into panic.. Especially googling and reading all the real bad horror stories.. doesn't do me any good, either..LOL... Thanks for listening... " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=EUCALYPTUS_66712 /CURES/shingles3.rss8 Thu, 10 Nov 11 09:18:31 -0600 [BETTER BUT NOT CURED] Ruark from Sydney, Nsw Australia writes: "I have been experiencing shingles for the first time. On the face which is excrutiating. Read a post here on using eucalyptus oil, so I just applied some and it certainly quelled the pain. As soon as I can get someone to help apply it to my scalp I reckon it will knock down the degree of pain too. Wow shingles is horrendous, any relief and a good night's sleep please. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=MR_66505 /CURES/shingles3.rss9 Sun, 06 Nov 11 00:19:12 -0500 [YEA] Healthnut from Scarsdale, Ny, Usa writes: "Hi Everyone- Much to my horror, I had all the symptoms of a shingles outbreak on my scalp and face - headache, pain, tingling, electric shock - 4 weeks before my 40th birthday party!!! After finding this website, I started my own treatment in an attempt to stave off any rash/blisters on my face. Here's what I did DAILY for 3 straight weeks and I never did have the outbreak!!! After a total of 4 weeks of symptoms and my daily routine, no outbreak and symptoms disappeared. Good luck and God Bless to everyone dealing with this. 1) 3 times per day: 2 TB Bragg's Apple cider vinegar. You can mix with apple or pear juice. 2) L - Lysine - 1000 mg, 2-3 times per day 3) Folic Acid - 800 mg, 2-3 times per day 4) Vitamin C - 2000-3000 mg per day 5) B12 - 1000 mcg per day 6) mixture of plain yogurt and zinc oxide - applied on my face along the nerve where I felt tingling and electric shock. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=OATMEAL_65703 /CURES/shingles3.rss10 Sat, 22 Oct 11 16:27:45 -0500 [YEA] Bettylou from Arkoma, Ok, United States writes: "Hello, I just found out from a doctor a few days ago I went to the emergency my first thought was I had cancer. I had a big red bump on my back and two small bumps in one of my breast I was very shocked to learn I had shingles I worked in the medical field and was exposed to shingles never once caught them. The Doctor said we caught it at the right time since it was only a few days. He gave me pain med and antibotics which didn't help much but when I read where it was related to chicken pox. I remember my mother making a paste from oatmeal and applying to the red patches and thought I would give it a try it gave me a lot of relief. Thank God for mothers they know best. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=ACV_65579 /CURES/shingles3.rss11 Thu, 20 Oct 11 21:54:58 -0500 [YEA] Autodinman from Modesto, Ca writes: "55 years old and first time credit card size rash showed up on upper arm near elbow. Like many, I figured I must have scratched the area while carrying redwood or maybe brushed against a "gopher plant". Once I read all of your comments, I knew it must be shingles. It is; blisters, redness, pain. I saw that many of you applauded ACV. So, I went home and applied a cotton swab with ACV. Only put it on for a minute. The next day the blisters are subsiding and the rash is going away. I'll reapply tonight. Thank you all. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=GF_65355 /CURES/shingles3.rss12 Mon, 17 Oct 11 11:57:47 -0500 Pam from West Des Moines, Ia writes: "I have suffered for 2 years with PHN from shingles. I've read where IV Vitamin C has helped many with this condition -- but my doctor will not do this. I've read that oral Vitamin C offers no benefit -- only the IV Vitamin C allows the development of hydrogen peroxide in the tissues which makes it a pro-oxidant not an antioxidant. Is there a treatment with actual hydrogen peroxide that will do the same as IV Vit. C? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=ACV_65125 /CURES/shingles3.rss13 Thu, 13 Oct 11 16:14:43 -0500 Bigeasybunny from Houston, Texas writes: "Suffering with shingles for the first time, went to doctor who prescribed anti-viral and pain meds, weeks later, still suffering internal pain and external itching/burning (thought the blisters have cleared). Found this site and started the ACV 3 T a day, drinking it using a shot glass, and follow up with tsp of honey. Instant relief from the deep internal pain after the first dose and has not returned! Able to sleep soundly and even turn over and lie on my back and side where the shingles are! Dabbing the area with mix of ACV and sprinkle of cayenne pepper 3-4 times a day also helps with the external itching/burning, and in between, also use pure aloe vera gel and hydrocortisone cream. As recommended on this site, I also started taking Lysine 1, 000 mg 3 times a day, and cayenne pepper pills 40,000 HU (processed to be cool in the stomach) 3 times a day, both with food. Am so grateful to be almost completely pain free and able to sleep soundly (though I wake up itching and apply hydrocortisone and get instant relief and right back asleep). I also recommend boosting your immune system with Vit C and diet. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=SUGAR_64386 /CURES/shingles3.rss14 Sun, 02 Oct 11 00:15:55 -0500 Bernadette from Albuquerque, New Mexico writes: "For at least the next six - eight weeks, ELIMINATE SUGAR from your diet. When I had shingles a few years ago, getting off sugar helped because shingles seem to thrive on sugar. Take supplements to strengthen your immune system. As your body strengthens, the pain will get less and usually the lesions will go away within 6 months or so. HOPE YOU FEEL BETTER... THIS IS A MISERABLE CONDITION!! :-) " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=RN_63848 /CURES/shingles3.rss15 Fri, 23 Sep 11 14:13:21 -0500 Connie from Slc, Ut writes: "Hi Mavis; I'm going to make a suggestion to you that has worked for me for shingles, as nothing else has... I'm tempted to say that I've tried everything, nearly. It's Vitamin B12. Not only does it help with the pain, neuropathy, but it may stop the outbreaks of this herpes zoster virus. ( It's only contagious to others that have not had chicken pox yet). It used to be used to treat shingles back in the better days. Some people may need a series of daily injections for relief. ( I may have to look into it ). I'm having excellent results with sublingual lozenges of Methyl-B12. Many natural stores, such as Whole Foods, carry it. I order from Swanson's. It's difficult to suggest a specific amount for folks ; I say, 1000 mcg. -5000 mcg. daily. This is an average amount, some people may need even more. With high dosages of B12, many people will need to increase potassium foods in their diet. I suggest adding carrots and celery to juices, soups, and salads, as well as green leafy vegetables. Reducing acid intake is also very helpful for stopping outbreaks. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=RN_63784 /CURES/shingles3.rss16 Thu, 22 Sep 11 22:34:54 -0500 Mavis from Lake City, Florida writes: "hi my grandmom is in pain with the shingles. My poor mom has to call me to put cream on her back and its working around the side like a rash. Im always pretend im a doctor and shes my patient I have to doctor on. I even have to wear gloves so I don't have to catch it. Every time I rub the cream in her back and side she cries out in pain. I try my hardest to rub gently whince in pain. So I'm trying my hardest to look up some home remedies cure shingles so I don't have to see my grandmom in so much pain. So whoever have shingles, god bless that it goes away completely. thank you." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=ACV_63458 /CURES/shingles3.rss17 Sat, 17 Sep 11 16:11:31 -0500 [BETTER BUT NOT CURED] Amanda from Anchorage, Alaska writes: "I would like to say this information was very helpful! I've never had shingles before and had four docs misdiagnosed me until they got it right! At 29 years old and coming down with a unknown rash in well, a very fragile area that started at my tail bone and wrapped down and around was one, very embarrassing and two, didn't feel the best! I woke up this past Sunday with the shingles and never had a sign that it was coming.. Nor the true signs of symptoms.. No pain.. No itch.. No burning.. I guess in that part I was rather lucky.. When I went to the doc that diagnosed it I was already past the point of the anti viral meds working.. So I was looking for anything herbal that might help clear them up faster.. So I bought the gallon size bottle of Apple Cider Vinegar and started cleaning the affected areas right away.. Not gonna lie.. Yes it burns.. I started with one good soak and scrub and noticed a difference right away.. Later that night I did another soak and scrub and by the next morning I noticed the sores had already dried up and swelling had gone down! Now two days later it's dark.. And dried up.. Wouldn't say 100% gone.. But much better then what it was when I started..! I'm following up with zinc oxide ointment and lysine vitamin. I would like to say thank you as reading everyone else's first hand experience has been rather helpful. I think a few good more soaks and scrubs and it will keep getting better and better.. And will heal up faster compared to if I would have just let it runs it's course as the doctor stated.. It's a pretty nasty experience and embarrassing.. I think I showed my bum to more people in the past week then my entire life.. Best of luck to everyone who experiences shingles! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=ACV_63106 /CURES/shingles3.rss18 Mon, 12 Sep 11 11:27:14 -0500 [NAY] Karen from Tulsa, Ok writes: "I have had shingles for the first time for a week now. I thought it was poison Ivy, really painful, itchy, burning hot patches of blisters. After three days of applying poison ivy meds, including the apple cider vinegar therapy, which actually caused mine to worsen as the Apple Cider Vinegar initiated furious blistering and swelling, I went to the dr who diagnosed shingles and started me on a potent anti-viral. I also went to the health food store (Akins) and got a gel rub which works wonderfully for relieving pain and itch. Also taking 1,000 mg Lysine 3x a day and 1-2, 000 mg of a good quality Vit C 3x a day. Shingles is a very serious ailment and can be life debilitating. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=ACUPUNCTURE_62167 /CURES/shingles3.rss19 Sun, 28 Aug 11 23:05:15 -0500 [YEA] Chrissy from Adelaide, Australia writes: "I recently had a serious bout of shingles; huge blisters from my clevage under my left arm through to my spine, After taking all the meds the doctor prescribed which did little to help the pain or help me to sleep, I decided to give acupuncture a try. The relief was instant, I have slept like a baby since beginning the treatment and the pain is very much under control. I'm only sorry I didn't get the treatment right from the onset as the acupuncturist says she could have stopped the shingles in it's tracks. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=ACV_61683 /CURES/shingles3.rss20 Sun, 21 Aug 11 11:05:06 -0500 [YEA] Liz from New York, Ny writes: "Out of desperation, I began searching for a remedy for my mother who was suffering from shingles. She said she has had the worst three weeks of her life. Her doctor prescribed vicoden and benadryl but she couldn't function and these only provided minor relief. We started the ACV yesterday. We first applied it with a spray bottle mixed with a basil tea I made. (Her outbreak was in her head. ). We also gave her 2T every 4hrs yesterday. (unfortunately she couldn't tolerate the 4th dose..... She gags on the vinegar hahaha). It wasn't an immediate relief, but almost!!!! She slept for the first time last night without any medication!!! Said it's like a miracle and much better than benadryl. She said she doesn't mind the taste because the benefit is far greater!!!!! She said it was a 70% improvement. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=GF_61435 /CURES/shingles3.rss21 Wed, 17 Aug 11 12:53:40 -0500 Patrice04 from Corona, Ca, Usa writes: "Is it possible to have Shingles in just one small spot? My cousin says this has happened to her many times- now, it seems to have happened to me as well. Just on my right arm, like my cousin. I have ALL the pain, signs, etc. However, when I see pictures online it seems that others have blisters in a much larger area. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=ACV_60669 /CURES/shingles3.rss22 Fri, 05 Aug 11 14:52:38 -0500 [YEA] Victor from Edmonton, Alberta Canada writes: "after reading through alot of posts on this website I tried the ACV and CP rub and it did help but after doing more research and trials I found that baking powder helped the most. Found in "1801 home remedies" take baking powder and mix with enough water to make a paste. Apply paste to affected area and let dry. Helps dry the blisters and with itch. Found it works better then ACV because it's a paste that stays effective for longer then the liquid ACV. Orally I tried ACV with CP, lysine, echinacea but found the best oral remedy to be "cat's claw". It's a natural viral treatment. Taking them all won't hurt either seeing as they are all natural. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=DCM_60310 /CURES/shingles3.rss23 Sat, 30 Jul 11 18:41:27 -0500 Jlh from Victor, Iowa writes: "I tried ACV and aloe for my shingles and it didn't do anything. My sister in law shared a remedy she had heard of: mix equal parts of desitin diaper cream and mylanta and spread on the blisters. It is amazing! I am on day two of this mixture and it is really helping. The blisters are still there and still uncomfortable if they get pushed on, but much better than burning, stabbing pain constantly! My blisters are in an area that clothing rubs so I have been miserable. This mixture has made it possible for me to wear clothing without sever pain! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=ACV_59884 /CURES/shingles3.rss24 Fri, 22 Jul 11 11:19:01 -0500 [YEA] Hma from Parlier, Ca writes: "about 10 days ago I noticed three shingles in my groin area. I had an outbreak about 10 years ago of the shingles on my right ear. The doctor prescribed some green antiviral pills that did nothing but constipate me. Anyway that outbreak went away on its own after 3 weeks of pain and vertigo, and not to mention lost work. this time around though, I decided no doctor, I consulted a friend of mine who told me about this site. Let me tell you all that this remedy of apple cider vinegar truly does work fast on these painful shingles. I have swabbed these critters with Apple Cider Vinegar for the past 24 hours, once every 4 hours, and let me tell you that two have almost dissapeared and one shrunk to half its size . Im very happy with this folk remedy and just sorry I had not known about this site before. An inexpensive formula that is common all over the world truly works wonders. HMA " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/shingles.html&name=GS_58911 /CURES/shingles3.rss25 Mon, 04 Jul 11 15:01:52 -0500 [YEA] Dan from Bisbee, Arizona writes: "Hello, I want to suggest goldenseal tincture as a remedy for shingles. It tends to sting a bit but really helps to alieviate my symptoms. Also works on mouth sores and funky gums. I aply it topically and in the case of mouth problems I swish it around as long as I can then swallow it. One dropper is enough. "