There's no cure for shingles, but prompt treatment with prescription antiviral drugs can speed healing and reduce your risk of complications. These medications include: 1  Acyclovir (Zovirax). 2  Valacyclovir (Valtrex). 3  Famciclovir (Famvir).
Peripheral vascular disease, also called PVD, refers to any disease or disorder of the circulatory system outside of the brain and heart. The term can include any disorder that affects any blood vessels. It is, though, often used as a synonym for peripheral artery disease. PVD is the most common disease of the arteries.
This usually affects the legs. Peripheral artery disease is generally caused by atherosclerosis, which is a build-up of fatty deposits (plaque) in the artery walls. Poor circulation that is not addressed can develop into a serious disorder, and can lead to varicose veins, kidney damage, and strokes.