What happens when shingles recurs?

The majority of shingles does not recur and a small percentage of patients do, which is related to factors such as an individual’s immunity and whether or not he or she has a chronic disease. Herpes zoster is a skin disease caused by the activation of the varicella-zoster virus in the body. The disease is self-limiting and can be shortened and complications prevented through active treatment. Only a small number of people will recur, which may be related to the following factors: 1. Individual immunity: If the patient himself is physically weak, low immunity, or irregular life and diet, often stay up late and tired, etc. may lead to recurrence of shingles. 2. own chronic diseases: if the patient himself suffers from rheumatic immunity disease, long-term use of immunosuppressants or suffering from AIDS, etc., may lead to a decline in the body’s immune system or defects, may cause herpes zoster recurrence, or even recurrent episodes. It is recommended that patients with recurrent shingles go to the hospital for timely examination and follow the doctor’s instructions for standardized treatment.