Reduced Itch Caused By Shingles
Author: Cathy S.
Skill: Herbalist
Date: 02-17-2011
Views: 7,266
Word Count: 78
Questions Received: 0
Testimonial ID: 5463-OR
Brand Neutral: No
Scientific Studies: 4
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I originally came to this site for information to help with my shingles.
The suggestions were the Thieves oil blend, Lavender oil and Ravensara essential oils.
Since this is my first experience with having shingles I thought I would try using the Thieves oil, diluted in a 4 oz bottle of jojoba oil that a friend had given me.
I immediately noticed a reduction of the itch and experienced some relief even from the soreness around the rash!
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| Supporting Scientific Studies | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Associated topics: herpes — "The presence of beta-caryophyllene in many essential oils might contribute strongly to their antiviral ability. These results indicate that phenylpropanoids and sesquiterpenes present in essential oils contribute to their antiviral activity against HSV [herpes simplex virus]." | Link |
| 2. | Associated topics: neuralgia,herpes,shingles — "The patient was successfully treated with topical peppermint oil [for postherpetic neuralgia, a complication of shingles].... The authors believe this is the first evidence of peppermint oil (or menthol) having a strong analgesic effect on neuropathic pain." | Link |
| 3. | Associated topics: itching-(Pruritus) — "[T]ea tree oil seems to be a more effective anti-eczematic agent than zinc oxide and clobetasone butyrate...." | Link |
| 4. | Associated topics: herpes — "Essential oils from anise, hyssop, thyme, ginger, camomile and sandalwood were screened for their inhibitory effect against herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) [genital herpes]. A clearly dose-dependent virucidal activity against HSV-2 could be demonstrated for all essential oils tested. Chamomile oil exhibited a high selectivity index and seems to be a promising candidate for topical therapeutic application as virucidal agents for treatment of herpes genitalis." | Link |
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