Question 1

i have recurring skin rashes in different areas that appear like fever blisters or shingles and itch. i never had chicken pox. it lasts a couple wks. ?

Accepted Answer

Herpes?: It hard to tell what you have that return in different areas and itch - not likely zoster maybe allergic reaction herpes simplex maybe ...See a doctor for a diagnosis.

Question 2

how long does shingles rash last?

Accepted Answer

5-7 Days: Usually the shingles rash (and pain) may last 5-7 days but could be longer. Even with mild pain it is recommended to be treated with anti-virals to prevent long term problems such as post-herpetic neuralgia (long term nerve pain).

Question 3

are shingles always accompanied by a rash or lesions? how long does shingles last?

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Usually: Most commonly shingles is accompanied by a rash. There is a very small percent of cases that do not have a rash. The usual duration is anywhere from one month up to approximately six months. For the last any longer than that it is then considered post to pick the router and can't unfortunately be a long term diagnosis.

Question 4

how long does shingles pain on face last after the rash has healed?

Accepted Answer

Shingles: Most people who have shingles get severe pain to start, and should be treated with antiviral medication.  If not the risk for post-herpetic neuralgia increases.  This pain can be mild to severe, and last for weeks to months.  Other medications, to calm nerves and nerve damage, can be used after the acute infection, to reduce the pain.

Question 5

how long should i expect pain from shingles to last after finishing antivirals? i believe my rash was mild. how long should i wait to see my dr?

Accepted Answer

2-3 weeks: Shingles pain last a few weeks after the antiviral treatment. If it continues beyond a month, your doctor may think about an associated complication called Postherpatic neuralgia or PHN, for which other medication may need to be prescribed.

Question 6

had shingles last month. took valtrex in full. how long until rash fades away fully? is it permanent?

Accepted Answer

Will fade: The pigmentation related to the rash will fade, but it takes a variable amount of time. Leave it alone as doing things to hasten the fading may make matters worse.

Question 7

last night i found a red rash under my breast. im not sure what it is.could it be shingles? im really concerned. what do you think it could be?

Accepted Answer

Red Rash:  The area under the breast can be warm and moist - a great breeding ground for fungus.  Shingles is usually a very painful condition with itching.  Your doctor should be able to rule Shingles diagnosis in or out.

Question 8

acyclovir 800mg, took one pill last night and woke w/ swollen face.  taking for shingles, rash is on face as well.  please help me i have no ins..

Accepted Answer

Allergic reaction: Your swollen face is probably an allergic reaction to acyclovir.  I wouldn't try taking another dose.   However, your only other 2 options are valacyclovir (valtrex) and Famciclovir (famvir), both of which are more costly, and you may be allergic to all of the anti-viral meds of this type.  You might try using a medication discount card but these meds may or may not be discounted.

Question 9

does shingles always have a rash?  i have a nerve-like pain just below my armpit but no rash or blisters.  the pain has been longer than 1 week too.

Accepted Answer

Not always: A rash isn't always associated with shingles. Did you have chickenpox as a child? See your physician to be evaluated. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/shingles.html

Question 10

i got a shingles vaccination 2 days ago. intense itching and red rash started last night. ice helps lessen the itching. what else can i use?cortisone

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Allergic : It sounds like you are allergic to something in the vaccine. See a doctor or the ER of your local hospital.

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How long do shingles rash last

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I have recurring skin rashes in different areas that appear like fever blisters or shingles and itch. i never had chicken pox. it lasts a couple wks. ?

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How long does shingles rash last?

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Are shingles always accompanied by a rash or lesions? how long does shingles last?

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How long does shingles pain on face last after the rash has healed?

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How long should i expect pain from shingles to last after finishing antivirals? i believe my rash was mild. how long should i wait to see my dr?

A member asked:

Had shingles last month. took valtrex in full. how long until rash fades away fully? is it permanent?

A member asked:

Last night i found a red rash under my breast. im not sure what it is.could it be shingles? im really concerned. what do you think it could be?

A member asked:

Acyclovir 800mg, took one pill last night and woke w/ swollen face. taking for shingles, rash is on face as well. please help me i have no ins..

A member asked:

Does shingles always have a rash? i have a nerve-like pain just below my armpit but no rash or blisters. the pain has been longer than 1 week too.

A member asked:

I got a shingles vaccination 2 days ago. intense itching and red rash started last night. ice helps lessen the itching. what else can i use?cortisone

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