The skin is still numb even after shingles has cleared up, considering that the herpes zoster virus causes nerve damage, which requires prompt medical treatment. Herpes zoster mainly involves the skin and nerve system, usually the pain disappears after the rash subsides and is not accompanied by other symptoms. However, when herpes causes nerve damage, pain, numbness, itching and other neurosensory abnormalities can occur, and numbness is usually a manifestation of neurosensory hyperalgesia. The nerve sensory abnormality caused by herpes zoster can be recovered at any time, and it takes 3~6 months to recover or even longer. Neurotrophic drugs can be applied for treatment, such as vitamin B1, methylcobalamin and so on. The use of drugs must be under the guidance of professional doctors. The appearance of herpes zoster skin numbness, need to seek medical treatment in time to avoid affecting the quality of life.