Shingles

Diagnosis and management early is key to the management of shingles. Pharmacists need to know the symptoms, risk factors, those who are vulnerable and possible complications. Prevention and management strategies are also important.

Objectives
After completing this module pharmacists will be able to:

• describe shingles in terms of its prevalence, aetiology, risk factors, symptoms, and diagnosis
• outline some of the complications of shingles infection, including postherpetic neuralgia
• highlight the importance of vaccination as a preventative measure for shingles and its associated complications
• discuss the management of shingles, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures
• discuss the management of postherpetic neuralgia.

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