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Does shingles always have open weeping lesions?
Not at all, but it can. Early disgnosis and treatment can prevent serious sores.
Do you have to take medicine for shingles?
No, the shingles vaccine is given by your doctor, a nurse, or a pharmacist and does not require that a prescription be written.
Can a nurse without chickenpox exposure take care of a patient with active shingles?
A nurse without proper immunization is fooling herself.
What are the benefits of roofing felt?
The benefit of roofing felt is to provide a simple barrier between the asphalt shingles and the wood sheathing below it. The sap in the wood is not good for the shingles.
What is the wage of a registered nurse in Brussels Belgium?
Language is main barrier....
What are Shingles of the gums?
Shingles of the gums is a very painful condition and many professionals don't even know it exits as I found out today at my Dr's office. The nurse practitioner told me, after I told her that I thought I have Shingles of the Gums, that you can't get Shingles of the gums. The herpes zoster virus can climb up the spine to the trigeminal nerve causing painful gums.
Can you catch shingles from kissing?
Yes and no. Shingles is herpes zoster virus. The symptoms develop in people who have had chicken pox before. If you haven't had chicken pox you may develop it when exposed to shingles. If you have had chicken pox it can trigger shingles. It is infectious only when the blisters are forming and 'weeping'. Therefore it is spread through physical contact. It is no longer infectious when the blisters are dry scabs. It is not airborne but a mask and gloves are worn by healthcare workers to protect them from contacting the skin of active patients.
Can you get chickenpox from someone who has shingles?
Yes, it is possible for someone to get chickenpox from a person who has shingles, but it's not easy. You can only get chickenpox from someone with shingles if you come in direct skin-to-skin contact with wet or weeping lesions. Once the lesions are crusted over, you can't get it. Since you haven't had chickenpox, which is the same virus as shingles (that you've now been exposed to), you'll probably end up with chickenpox.
What causes weeping of the skin?
Weeping of the skin, characterized by the oozing of fluid from sores or lesions, is often caused by conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, or infections like impetigo. It can result from inflammation, which disrupts the skin's barrier and leads to fluid leakage. Allergic reactions and irritants can also trigger weeping by causing the skin to become inflamed and damaged. Additionally, moisture retention and secondary bacterial infections can exacerbate the condition.
What is a sentence for the word weeping?
Weeping softly she left his bedside, his wound still weeping.
How do you care for weeping legs?
Caring for weeping legs involves keeping the area clean and dry to prevent infection. Gently wash the skin with mild soap and water, then pat it dry. Applying a barrier cream or moisture-retentive dressing can help protect the skin and manage moisture. It's also important to elevate the legs and consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment options, especially if the weeping persists.
Can the shingles vaccine be contagious to others?
When the blisters are open, with weeping, they are contagious, just like the chicken pox. It is extremely important to stay away from elderly people, infants and small children, pregnant women, and anyone who has never had the chicken pox while the shingles are in their contagious stage. Once the shingles have scabbed over, you are less likely to pass it on.
