Most people with shingles heal on their own without treatment, and those who are treated aggressively are able to recover. Herpes zoster is caused by the varicella zoster virus and often causes weakness, low-grade fever, headache, and burning of the skin. Most people with shingles get better within 2 to 4 weeks, and there is some chance that it will clear up on its own without treatment. If the shingles condition is more severe, but the patient is actively treated, he or she is usually able to recover in order to improve the quality of life. To promote self-healing, patients with herpes zoster should take appropriate physical exercise, eat more nutritious food, and strengthen skin care in their daily life. For patients with relatively serious conditions, they can follow the doctor’s instructions to apply antiviral drugs such as acyclovir and vasiclovir, as well as topical glycerine lotion, 2% mupirocin ointment, and penciclovir cream, and other medications. It is recommended that patients with herpes zoster to strengthen the life care, if necessary, follow the doctor’s prescription medication, do not self-medication or prescription treatment, in order to prevent aggravation of the condition.