Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD Shingles (herpes zoster) usually occurs on the torso and face, but it may also ...

While many people know shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful rash, which anyone who’s had chickenpox can get, it can also cause long-term conditions that should not be underestimated.

The cause of rashes can vary, spanning allergic reactions, infections, autoimmune diseases and environmental irritants.

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) -- If you’ve had chickenpox, the virus that causes shingles is already inside your body. The risk of getting shingles increases as the immune system naturally declines with age.