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The change of seasons does not simply mean a difference in temperature.
It directly affects our health as well.
Our bodies consume a lot of energy to adapt to changing weather,
and during this process, our immune system may weaken, making us more susceptible to various illnesses.
One of the representative illnesses that can occur during this time is shingles.
Shingles is not just a simple skin trouble but is accompanied by extreme pain,
leaving indented scars that can significantly lower the quality of life.

So, what causes shingles to develop?
And how can the scars left by shingles be treated?
In this article, we will explore the main causes of shingles
and the treatment methods to improve the indented scars left behind.

Causes of Shingles

Shingles is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus responsible for chickenpox during childhood.
This virus remains dormant in the nerves of the body and reactivates when the immune system weakens,
resulting in the disease.
It usually stays dormant but spreads along the nerves when the immune system is compromised, causing pain and skin symptoms.
It is known to occur more frequently in older adults, individuals with chronic illnesses, cancer patients,
and those under extreme stress and fatigue.
Recently, cases have been increasing among younger generations due to excessive work and lifestyle stress.

In the early stages, symptoms like chills, fever, and fatigue, similar to a cold, may appear, making it easy to mistake for a simple flu.
However, over time, severe pain and sensory abnormalities occur on one side of the body,
and 4–5 days later, a band-shaped rash and blisters appear.
These symptoms occur as the virus spreads along the nerves,
indicating not just a skin condition but a disruption in the balance of the nervous system and immune system.

Treatment for Shingles

So, how should shingles be treated?
The most important aspect of treating shingles is quick initial response.
Using antiviral medication within 72 hours of symptom onset
can suppress the virus’s activity and reduce pain and complications.

Treatment for shingles can be divided into three main stages.
First, antiviral treatment to inhibit virus replication,
followed by pain management to alleviate neuralgia.
Depending on the situation, general painkillers or neuralgia medications may be used,
and the skin rash area should be kept clean to prevent secondary infections.

Shingles Scars

Shingles does not necessarily leave scars.
However, if the blisters burst severely, or if the inflammation progresses deeply into the skin,
and if the wound area is not properly managed, leading to secondary infection, scars may form.
Especially when the skin’s regenerative ability is weakened, the recovery process slows down, increasing the likelihood of indented scars.

These indented scars caused by shingles result from damage to the deepest layer of the skin, the dermis,
making it difficult to recover with simple home care.
Therefore, professional treatment is necessary.
So, what treatment methods should be chosen to treat shingles scars?

Treatment Methods for Shingles Scars

The treatment methods for indented scars caused by shingles are as follows.

• Coratherapy: A method that breaks down scar adhesions and stimulates the dermis layer to promote collagen production, helping to regenerate the skin and improve indented scars.
• Chemical peeling: A method that removes the epidermis layer of the scar area to induce new skin regeneration.

• Laser treatment: Treatments such as Fraxel laser or CO2 laser help reduce the unevenness of scars by smoothing the skin surface.
• Filler injection: A method of injecting hyaluronic acid or collagen fillers into the indented area to fill the hollowed part. This provides temporary effects, requiring periodic procedures.

Among these, if only one treatment is to be chosen, it would undoubtedly be Coratherapy.
Coratherapy microscopically releases the adhesions pulling the scar, creating an environment where the skin can regenerate on its own.
Unlike treatments that only improve the surface, it induces new tissue growth deep within the skin,
allowing for fundamental improvement, distinguishing it from other treatment methods.

Coratherapy at Rodam

In particular, Rodam Korean Medicine Clinic’s Coratherapy, which began in 2006,
uses specially designed needles for the treatment.
It not only releases adhesions but also physically lifts the skin during the procedure to remove adhesions.
The created space allows blood to gather, and the growth factors in the blood promote collagen production,
fundamentally regenerating the dermis layer to treat indented scars.

Of course, in cases of irregularly shaped and deep indented scars caused by shingles, complete recovery may take time.
However, with long-term management and repeated treatments,
even prominent deep scars can be sufficiently improved.

Therefore, if you are struggling with shingles scars, please feel free to visit Rodam Korean Medicine Clinic.
Rodam will be with you until the day your scar concerns are resolved. Thank you.