Shingles drying up is not a sign of healing, it is a pre-cure, shingles scabbing off suggests that the disease is cured. Herpes zoster is a skin lesion caused by the reactivation of the varicella zoster virus, which is latent in the body. It is characterized by the appearance of clusters of blisters distributed in bands on one side of the body or on one side of the face, accompanied by localized pain. When the blisters appear to dry up, it is a sign that they may be almost healed, but treatment should be continued. Continuing treatment until all the scabs have fallen off suggests that the disease is cured, so it is not advisable to stop treatment at this point. The main medications used in the treatment of shingles are antiviral drugs, such as acyclovir and penciclovir, and oral gabapentin if the pain is obvious, all of which should be used under the guidance of a healthcare professional. In addition, physical therapy, such as ultraviolet light, spectrum therapy device, infrared and other local irradiation, can promote the blisters to dry up and crust, relieve pain. Patients with herpes zoster are advised to follow up with their doctors in a timely manner and rationalize their treatment plan under their doctors’ guidance.