Is herpes zoster contagious?

Condition analysis:
Hello, From your history and description, I get the information that you have been diagnosed with Herpes Zoster. Herpes zoster does not spread from one individual to another. It occurs due to the reactivation of herpes virus which would have been lying dormant in the nerve ganglion. However, there is a small theoretical risk of children (who are exposed to a patient with herpes zoster) getting chicken pox if they have not got chicken pox before in their life. If your grandchildren have already got chicken pox, there is no need to worry at all. And even if they have not , the chance of them getting chicken pox is very very minimal. But they will definitely not get herpes because of your contact. This is not a XXX condition. It will subside with antivirals in 7- 10 days. You may have some lingering pain which could be of burning type or stabbing type lasting for a few weeks after the blisters heal. Hope I have answered your queries and this puts your mind at ease. If you have any further queries, I would be glad to answer you. Take care.

Instructions:
Garlic has anti-fungal as well as anti-bacterial properties. This makes garlic very effective in treating skin disorders caused by viruses. To treat shingles crush sufficient quantity of garlic after peeling its pods. Apply crushed garlic directly on the affected parts of the body. Leave on for 15 minutes. Repeat the treatment after every four hours. Garlic will not only help treat the symptoms associated with shingles but also get rid of the infection causing bacteria.