Shingles Virus

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by Dharanipragada Prakash Rao & Deepthi
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Aggi Chappi – Understanding Shingles and Healing through Alternative Therapies
Aggi Chappi is a Telugu word that refers to the condition widely known as Shingles Virus. The Varicella Zoster Virus, which also causes Chickenpox, triggers this illness. After you recover from Chickenpox, the virus hides in your nerve tissues for years. Stress, weak immunity, or other health challenges can wake it up. When the virus reactivates, it produces painful rashes or blisters along with burning or tingling sensations, usually on one side of the body. The word Aggi Chappi itself reflects the fiery and uncomfortable nature of these eruptions.
Doctors usually prescribe antiviral medicines and painkillers, but many people choose to support their healing with Alternative Therapies. Among these, Mudras play a unique role. For example, Apan Vayu Mudra helps relieve pain, Prana Mudra boosts energy and immunity, while Gyan Mudra calms the mind and reduces stress. Practicing these Mudras for 15–20 minutes daily strengthens your nervous system and accelerates recovery.
You can also rely on external remedies. Applying natural pastes like neem leaves, turmeric, or aloe vera gel soothes itching and burning. Gentle oils such as coconut or sandalwood cool the skin and reduce irritation. These natural applications protect the blisters, promote healing, and keep the affected area comfortable.
Healing also depends strongly on dietary choices. If you avoid spicy, oily, and acidic foods, you prevent excess heat in the body. Instead, you can include cooling and nourishing foods like cucumbers, melons, leafy greens, buttermilk, and tender coconut water. Drinking plenty of fluids keeps you hydrated and supports faster repair of damaged tissues.
By combining Mudras, natural topical applications, and mindful dietary habits, you take an active role in managing Aggi Chappi. This holistic approach not only relieves symptoms but also restores inner balance, reduces the risk of recurrence, and improves overall well-being.
Shingles Virus