Shingles are caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. Outbreaks of shingles often follow the distribution of nerves in the skin. These blisters will rupture, leaving small, shallow ulcers behind. Shingles are caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. Outbreaks of shingles often follow the distribution of nerves in the skin.
Herpes zoster is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox.
The area may burn or sting before the appearance of these vesicles.