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Original Articles

How I Treat Herpes Zoster

, M.D.
Pages 257-258 | Published online: 18 Apr 2016
 

Abstract

Treatment of herpes zoster is supportive. The physician should prescribe analgesics for pain and treat the skin lesions with wet compresses, powders and ointments. Bacterial infection should be treated promptly. If secondary bacterial infection is not present, topical steroids may promote healing.

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