Center Watch
Listing of Clinical Research Trials for Herpes Zoster Infections
http://www.centerwatch.com/studies/CAT81.HTM

Herpes Zoster (Shingles) Eye Infections
The eyes are sometimes affected by herpes zoster. This is due to the fact that the eyes are connected to nerves that may be infected with the herpes zoster virus.
http://www.steen-hall.com/zoster.html

Dear Dr. Becky: Shingles: Description and Treatment
Shingles, known medically as herpes zoster, is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, the same one that causes chickenpox in children.
http://healthlink.mcw.edu/content/article/901226356

Shingles
South Dakota Department of Health
http://www.state.sd.us/doh/Pubs/shingles.htm

Medinfo: Shingles (Herpes Zoster)
Easy to understand information for patients on shingles (Herpes Zoster), a painful, blistering rash caused by the chickenpox (varicella) virus which affects only a limited area of skin. Written by a UK general practitioner.
http://www.medinfo.co.uk/conditions/shingles.html

After Shingles
Resources and support for people suffering from shingles or postherpetic neuralgia (the pain after shingles) and their caregivers.
http://www.aftershingles.com

Shingles. Health factsheets from BUPA
Concise factsheet explaining the causes, symptoms and treatment of Shingles, available for downloading in Adobe Acrobat format.
http://hcd2.bupa.co.uk/fact_sheets/Mosby_factsheets/shingles.html

Shingles
Information page compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/shingles_doc.htm

Ramsay Hunt Syndrome Type I
Also known as herpes zoster oticus, an information page compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/ramsay1_doc.htm

Hope Through Research: Shingles
A informational booklet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/pubs/shingles.htm

VZV Research Foundation
Nonprofit organization combating the varicella-zoster virus and VZV infections. Includes information on VZV infections, the full text of Foundation brochures and scientific and medical news.
http://vzvfoundation.org/

Herpes Zoster
An overview of this disorder which is commonly known as shingles. A look at the signs and symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
http://www.stlukeseye.com/Conditions/HerpesZoster.asp

Demonshand.com
Rosemary Appleton's report on experiencing an attack of Shingles (the chicken pox herpes zoster virus).
http://www.demonshand.com

eMedicine Health - Shingles
Consumer health resource center providing an overview of shingles and its causes, symptoms and treatment.
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/17511-1.asp

MedlinePlus: Shingles
Directory of factsheets, news, and articles.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/shingles.html

AHMF: Shingles
Essential facts and more detailed information about shingles (herpes zoster), chickenpox and post-herpetic neuralgia. Includes management guidelines for health workers. From Australian Herpes Management Forum.
http://www.ahmf.com.au/shingles/default.htm

Ramsay Hunt Syndrome
Offers support for those suffering from RHS and associated illnesses. Find a discussion forum and read other personal experiences.
http://www.ramsayhunt.org

Shingles (herpes zoster)
Source: NY State Department of Health
http://www.mdchoice.com/pt/ptinfo/shingles.asp

Eye MD Link
An article about how the herpes zoster virus may also affect the eye in a condition known as herpes zoster ophthalmicus.
http://www.eyemdlink.com/Condition.asp?ConditionID=223

Mayo Clinic: Shingles
The condition defined plus symptoms, causes, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment and methods of self-care.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/shingles/DS00098

Facts About Shingles (Varicella-Zoster Virus)
Fact sheet explaining shingles, causes and treatment from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
http://www3.niaid.nih.gov/healthscience/healthtopics/shingles/

HealthLink MCW
Deidre L. Faust, MD, authored an article entitled, Vaccine Can Prevent Shingles and Its Debilitating Pain. Medical College of Wisconsin.
http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/1031002836.html