Herpes zoster, commonly known as shingles, is a viral infection that causes a painful rash. This condition is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus responsible for chickenpox. While most people recover from chickenpox and the virus remains dormant in their bodies, it can reactivate later in life and cause herpes zoster. Causes of … Continue reading Herpes Zoster: Understanding the Painful Rash and Its Management