Signs
What is the key sign of shingles that appears on the skin?
rash
what sensation is felt before the rash develops?
itching, tingling, or pain
what is an anti-viral med that starts with "V"?
Valacyclovir (Valtrex)
what is the name of the shingles vaccine?
shingrix
what is the virus that causes shingles?
varicella-zoster
True or false: It is ok to pop the blisters in shingles.
false
true or false: one can have sensitivity to light during shingles.
true
what is an anti-viral med that starts with an "A"?
Acyclovir (Zovirax)
how many doses is the shingles vaccine?
2
true or false: you CANNOT get shingles from someone who has it.
true
what should you do to the rash to prevent spreading to others?
cover the rash
how long do symptoms typically last?
2-6 weeks
what starts with "G" and is used for nerve pain?
Gabapentin (Neurontin)
patients __ years and older should get the shingles vaccine.
50
what is the long term complication of shingles?
nerve pain
true or false: it is ok to scratch the shingles rash.
false
a person can experience ___ and chills with shingles.
fever
What is another name for Tylenol?
Acetaminophen
the doses should be spread apart by how long?
2-6 months
chickenpox
true or false: you should avoid contact with pregnant women or infants during the outbreak.
true
a person can experience this during: F___. (hint: another word for tired)
fatigue
What is a pink lotion that you can buy that helps with itching?
Calamine lotion
true or false: someone who got the old vaccine in the past (zostavax) does NOT need to get vaccinated again.
false
true or false: if you had chickenpox you will NOT get shingles.
false