But shingles is not just a skin disease as commonly thought – its impact can extend far beyond to other parts of the body such as nerves, heart, eyes ... of the onset of symptoms.

Ophthalmologist Pathmaraj talks about shingles in the eye. Shingles causes painful blisters near nerves on one side of your body. It may spread to your face and eyes.

For some people, the symptoms of shingles are mild, such as itching. For others, shingles can cause intense pain that can be felt from the gentlest touch or breeze. If you notice blisters on your face ...