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Doctors use a strong acid, which breaks down the older layers of skin. The layers of skin underneath look more youthful so the scar tissue may not be as noticeable. If you’re very itchy, you can also try taking the antihistamine chlorphenamine (eg Piriton®). You can buy this medicine over the counter from a pharmacy. They’re not suitable for children under the age of one. Treatment for shingles can also include medicines to help relieve pain, such as painkillers, steroid tablets or medicines that help with nerve pain. How to treat shingles symptoms yourself This procedure involves using laser light to diminish the pigment in darkened scars and promote the production of new collagen in deep layers of skin to help smooth out depressions. #6 Excision and scar revision surgery Aloe vera contains anti-inflammatory chemical compounds that reduce swelling. This helps speed up healing and gives a cooling sensation. Although any aloe vera product will help cool the skin, we really liked this moisturiser. It’s made from organic aloe vera so there are no chemicals used in its production.

Chemical peeling is the process of applying chemicals to the skin to destroy the damaged outer layers, allowing the skin to recreate itself. #4 Dermal fillers It is important to note that the skin will also be tender and prone to damage for several days after a chemical peel.Lin, T.-K., Zhong, L., & Santiago, J. L. (2018, January). Anti-inflammatory and skin barrier repair effects of topical application of some plant oils. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 19(1), 70 Shaw D. The hidden risks of the waiting room: confidentiality and cross-infection. Br J Gen Pract 2019; 69(683):299. doi:10.3399/bjgp19X703925 But a GP should arrange for a specialist to advise on whether you need treatment. Causes of shingles You can reduce the risk of complications by getting treatment as soon as possible after your symptoms start. Shingles and pregnancy

You can get shingles more than once, so it's important to get vaccinated even if you've had shingles before. Try not to scratch your spots as much as possible, as this can make them infected or lead to scarring. You might want to put mittens on young children overnight to reduce scratching.Make sure you’re not too hot or too cold. Wear layers so you can take clothes off (or put them on) if you need to. Infectious disease. Oxford handbook of general practice. Oxford Medicine Online. oxfordmedicine.com, published online June 2020 Tanaydin, V., Conings, J., Malyar, M., van der Hulst, R., & van der Lei, B. (2016, September 1). The role of topical vitamin E in scar management: A systematic review. Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 36(8), 959–965