Herpes zoster belongs to the category of snake sores in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and the correct way to use moxibustion is to use moxa sticks to rotate moxibustion, which needs to be operated by a professional TCM practitioner.
Moxibustion treatment for snake sores can be selected from the herpes affected area of the A Shi point (acid numbness and swelling pain feeling obvious points). The moxa stick is used to draw heat and penetrate the toxin externally. Apply moxibustion to each area for an appropriate amount of time. Be careful that the cotton pieces are thin enough not to burn the local skin.
During the treatment period, rest should be paid attention to, strengthen nutrition, should not eat fat, sweet and spicy food during the treatment period, the diet should be light, and avoid eating seafood and hairy food and keep the herpes area of the skin hygiene.
If the body is not feeling well, it is recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner, under the guidance of the physician treatment, so as not to delay the condition or damage to the body.