{"id":1662,"date":"2022-12-21T09:00:32","date_gmt":"2022-12-21T09:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/97\/?p=1662"},"modified":"2024-11-20T00:23:53","modified_gmt":"2024-11-20T00:23:53","slug":"shingles-related-health-problems-for-seniors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/97\/california\/danapoint\/blog\/shingles-related-health-problems-for-seniors\/","title":{"rendered":"What Other Health Issues Can Shingles Cause?"},"content":{"rendered":"
According to PubMed Health, approximately 50 percent of Americans will have had some form of shingles by the time they reach the age of 80. Because the likelihood of developing this viral infection is so high, it\u2019s important for seniors to keep it in check to prevent more serious health complications. If your senior loved one has developed shingles, here are a few additional issues that may follow if the infection isn\u2019t properly taken care of.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Ongoing Nerve Pain<\/b><\/h2>\n

The shingles virus typically travels along the path of a nerve to the skin, where it erupts in a blistering, oozing rash along one side of the body. Because the nerves are involved, the rash can be extremely painful, making it difficult to engage in daily activities or even bear the touch of clothing on the skin. In some cases, the nerves are so damaged that the pain can last for months or even years after the rash subsides. The condition is called postherpetic neuralgia and is most often seen in individuals over the age of 50.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A compassionate caregiver<\/a> can provide your loved one with emotional support<\/a> as well as assistance with the basic tasks of everyday living. Many seniors prefer aging in place over moving to assisted living facilities. If your senior loved one needs assistance to remain safe and comfortable while living at home, reach out to Assisting Hands\u00ae Dana Point, a leading<\/span> home care<\/span> agency. Our dedicated in-home caregivers can assist with meal prep, bathing and grooming, exercise, medication reminders, and many other important tasks.<\/span><\/p>\n

Cranial Nerve Complications<\/b><\/h2>\n

If the shingles virus attacks the nerves originating in your loved one\u2019s brain, he or she may experience a variety of issues, depending on which specific nerves are affected, including:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n