What are the sequelae and dangers of herpes zoster?

Shingles is a very common skin disease in life. Many patients do not receive timely treatment when they suffer from the disease, mainly because they do not clearly realize the harm of the sequelae of herpes zoster.

First, ulcers and bleeding.

The area of ​​the lesion and the severity of the disease will cause a foreign body sensation in some parts of the body, which makes the patient often feel difficult to adapt. The high-incidence areas include: foreskin opening, urethral opening, vagina, and around the anus. These areas are extremely private and tender, and are easily infected by bacteria. The frequent manifestations of the lesion are ulcers, suppuration, and bleeding.

Second, it can be transmitted to the baby, affecting the quality of fertility.

If a pregnant patient is diagnosed with the disease, it is possible that during delivery, because the baby's resistance is very low, the mother will infect the baby through the birth canal, and the baby will develop infant respiratory warts.

Third, it can be transmitted to people with close contact.

Shingles is mainly transmitted through sex, but it is possible to be infected in other ways, but the chance is relatively low. For example, it can be indirectly infected by coming into contact with the patient's bath towel, sharing a bathtub or underwear, etc., which can lead to infecting your close family members or loved ones.

Fourth, it endangers the patient’s mental health.

Because suffering from this disease will cause long-term torture from illness, the psychological burden is too heavy and the pain is unbearable, and people are afraid that their disease will be transmitted to their loved ones and family members, so they avoid life and are unwilling to communicate with others. Over time, it will lead to psychological disorders and even depression.