Place the plastic bag in the freezer for 15 minutes.
Wrap a wet washcloth around the plastic bag
Place cold compress on the affected area for no more than 20 minutes
Dry area thoroughly when done
Geranium Essential Oil
One of the frequently mentioned complication of shingles is postherpetic neuralgia (PHN), which causes severe and long-term pain. Geranium essential oil has been studied and demonstrated to reduce pain due to PHN. When applied topically, this essential oil is effective and relieves painful sensations in a matter of minutes. It is often recommended for shingles pain because it has proven to be more effective than capsaicin at improving pain.
Vitamin B 12
This vitamin is required for proper red blood cell formation, neurological function, and helps make DNA. It is also known as the vitamin that can boost your energy. Studies show that Vitamin B 12 could play a role in pain management by encouraging your body to thicken its protective coating encircling the nerves, so they don’t “malfunction and cause pain.