Holly is missing from This Morning but what are the signs and symptoms of shingles?
Holly Willoughby's return to the This Morning sofa will be delayed after the TV presenter revealed she has been struck down by shingles.
Shingles is a painful infection affecting one in four adults in their lifetime. Also known as herpes zoster, the infection can cause a painful rash which can takes weeks to heal and disappear. Shingles is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, the virus that also causes chickenpox, with more than 90 per cent of the world's population having it.
But what are the signs and symptoms, how is it treated and what should you do if you think you are infection take to pass? Here is everything you need to know.The rash will usually appear a few days after the initial signs of tingling and a headache, with the red blotches appearing on one side of the body only.Top Health Stories Today How is shingles treated? You may need medication attention to help speed up recovery and avoid longer-lasting issues.
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