Herpes zoster treatment review

Actually, there was something that had been bothering me until recently. It was shingles...ㅠㅠㅠㅠ
At first, I just thought my skin was a bit itchy and stinging, but one day I noticed a red rash appearing. From that moment, I started to feel a bit anxious. I thought shingles only affected older people, but I realized that even someone in their 30s like me could definitely get it.

After properly understanding what shingles is, I learned that it can occur when stress or fatigue accumulate, leading to a weakened immune system. I wondered if I had been overdoing it all along. I’ve been so busy with work that I was overwhelmed, and I couldn’t sleep properly... As a result, I think my body was sending signals. At first, I thought I could just endure it, but the pain gradually worsened. It was stinging even with a slight touch, and it hurt more when I tried to sleep at night. So, I finally went to the hospital. I decided I needed to start treatment.

On the first day of treatment, the doctor looked at my condition and said, "Yes, it's shingles. It's fortunate that you came in early." Hearing that, I felt a bit relieved, but I also realized that the treatment process ahead wouldn't be easy. I received a prescription and started taking the medication at home, but honestly, I didn't feel the effects right away at first. Because shingles spreads along the nerves, the pain doesn't easily subside, as the doctor explained. Still, I couldn't give up. I continued the treatment diligently.

After a few days, the rash gradually faded, but the nerve pain was the main issue. Even after treatment, the tingling sensation occasionally remained. Some days I was okay, but other days I suddenly felt pain and was surprised... I really realized that shingles is no trivial matter. When I complained to my friend, she told me, "Don't overexert yourself and rest," and I think she's right. Taking care of my body is just as important as treatment.

The hardest part of the treatment process was maintaining a positive mindset. Because I was in pain, I got irritated, and I also felt upset wondering why this was happening to me. Still, I took my medication every day and managed according to what the doctor advised, and I endured. Shingles can't defeat me. I kept telling myself that I would overcome this. As a result, I gradually got better. The rash almost disappeared, and the pain significantly decreased. I was truly happy when I felt the treatment was coming to an end.

I'm almost fully recovered now, but sometimes when my skin becomes sensitive, I get nervous, thinking that shingles might come back. So these days, I am paying more attention to my health. Having finished treatment, I have vowed never to suffer like this again. I am trying to eat regularly, get enough sleep, and manage stress well. If there's a lesson that shingles has taught me, it's that I shouldn't ignore the signals my body sends.

Honestly, there were many times during treatment when I felt overwhelmed. When people around me asked, "Are you okay?" I would smile and pretend I was fine, but inside I was a bit exhausted. Still, I feel relieved now that I am recovering. I was depressed for a while because of shingles, but now I feel a bit liberated. Now that I have finished treatment, I want to live vibrantly like I used to. From now on, I will not forget that health is the most important thing.

I will be careful not to get shingles again. I learned a lot during this treatment, so I realize I need to cherish my body more. If there are anyone who have suffered from shingles like me, I want to tell you to receive proper treatment and stay strong. I am now living each day with a fresh start in mind. Please take good care of your health too!