Just because shingles doesn’t hurt anymore doesn’t mean it’s cured, it can indicate that the disease is cured when the herpes has completely subsided and there is no pain. Herpes zoster is an infectious disease caused by the varicella zoster virus that affects the nerves and the skin. When the herpes has dried up and subsided, the redness has disappeared, and the nerves have recovered and the pain has disappeared, the disease can be said to be cured. You cannot tell if shingles is cured based on the absence of pain symptoms alone. Shingles can be treated with antiviral medications such as acyclovir, vasiclovir, and other antiviral medications that can be used to relieve pain such as tramadol and gabapentin. It is important to avoid the spread of the disease on a daily basis, have regular follow-up appointments, and use medication as prescribed by your doctor.