Shingles may require fluids in severe cases. When the symptoms of shingles are mild, there is usually no need for fluids. In more severe cases, oral medication with ointment is needed, along with fluids. 1. When the symptoms are mild, with only small blisters scattered on the surface of the skin, and the pain is not severe, fluids are not needed in this case. Oral ganciclovir hydrochloride can be taken, together with topical ganciclovir cream for treatment. Topical glycerite lotion can also be used to speed up the drying up of the blisters. 2. When the symptoms are more severe, the symptoms mainly consist of densely arranged localized blisters, accompanied by strong localized pain. Blisters rupture will form erosion, oozing, serious cases appear in the ear or eye, then seriously affect the hearing and vision. In this case, it is necessary to consult a doctor in a timely manner, under the guidance of the doctor infusion of acyclovir and other drugs. After the occurrence of herpes zoster, the patient’s pain is strong, do not blindly use painkillers, should promptly go to the regular hospital, active diagnosis and treatment. The above drugs need to be used reasonably under the guidance of a doctor.