Herpes, shingles cases up, docs call for awareness

Infections, often overlooked or stigmatised, can lead to severe health complications if not medically addressed on time: Experts

- Ankit Pandey

Ahmedabad is witnessing a worrying rise in cases of herpes and shingles. Poor sexual practices and lack of awareness, experts say, are fueling the steady rise in herpes cases, while shingles is emerging as a silent threat, especially among the elderly and those with weakened immunity. Experts warn these infections, often overlooked or stigmatised, can lead to severe health complications if not addressed with timely treatment and preventive care.