Question 1

i noticed tender swollen lymph nodes in right groin area then day later woke up with cluster of shingles on left thigh? is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Probably unrelated: Shingles is usually very specific in which nerve root distribution it appears and would not be predicted to shift to the other side of the body.

Question 2

is it possible for you to get shingles on your upper thighs?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Shingles can affect any part of your body, some areas maybe more serious or concerning than others like around the eyes for example.

Question 3

can shingles be on your upper thigh?

Accepted Answer

Singles: Yes, shingles can involve your thighs.  Shingles can show up in just about any nerve.  The typical nerve is in the upper abdominal area.

Question 4

diagnosed w/ shingles a few months ago i have had 4 more  since then all n the same local on my left outter thigh now i have 2 1 on each side plz help?

Accepted Answer

Not shingles?: What you described is not consistent with shingles. It would be prudent to consult a dermatologist, or at least your primary care provider. Consult this site for info.

http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/shingles/basics/symptoms/con-20019574

Question 5

i was diagnosed with shingles - i have it on right side of my back, but now see it on back of thigh too, is that normal. i'm 26 year old healthy femal?

Accepted Answer

Unusual: My understanding is that Shingles usually affects one dermatome or adjacent dermatomes . Let your doctor know.

Question 6

shooting pain on inside of thigh.also rash in exact spot where pain is that comes and goes.its not shingles. not understanding rash or pain. ?

Accepted Answer

Impossible to say: It is impossible to provide a specific answer without being able to visualize the rash and examine the area involved.

Question 7

could sudden intense burning and tingling sensation on my hands and feet be connected to the shingles i had a month ago on back of thigh?

Accepted Answer

Post-herpetic neural: Post-herpectic neuralgia refers to burning, tingling, stinging, electrical shocky, icy cold pain in same area as healed shingles blisters. Check out http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/postherpetic-neuralgia/basics/definition/con-20023743. So it's difficult to explain why you're reporting symptoms at a distant site from your shingles. Poorly controlled diabetes? Vitamin B12 deficiency?

Question 8

can you tell the difference between a herpes rash and a shingles rash by looking at it? it's on my outer right thigh and i have a lot of soreness

Accepted Answer

Location: Dear WDyer, both can look similar, actually. Shingles tends to happen on the skin versus herpes, tends to happen in the border of soft skin and regular skin (like the lips or the genitals). Shingles tends to be extremely painful, but severity can vary.   Outer right location suggest more Shingles.  I would suggest a formal consult to confirm or to visit your doctor.

Question 9

small red rash itchy scabs has lasted months started nape of neck migrated to back  then to back of thigh-right side only--mild shingles possible?

Accepted Answer

Not Shingles.: Probably fixed drug reaction.
Make a list of all meds including all supplements & try to play detective!

Question 10

i have a very sore patch of skin next to my ribs and going to my back, no rash, i had the same at top of my thigh a day or so prior, is this shingles?

Accepted Answer

Herpes zoster: Shingles is a recurrence of infection with the virus that causes chickenpox. It appears one-sided and encompasses one nerve root segment, although rarely it can cover more than one. It can appear initially as tenderness over such an area, usually followed by the outbreak of an eruption. Whether this is what you have cannot be determined over the net without an exam. See your doctor.

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I noticed tender swollen lymph nodes in right groin area then day later woke up with cluster of shingles on left thigh? is this normal?

A member asked:

Is it possible for you to get shingles on your upper thighs?

A member asked:

Can shingles be on your upper thigh?

A member asked:

Diagnosed w/ shingles a few months ago i have had 4 more since then all n the same local on my left outter thigh now i have 2 1 on each side plz help?

A member asked:

I was diagnosed with shingles - i have it on right side of my back, but now see it on back of thigh too, is that normal. i'm 26 year old healthy femal?

A member asked:

Shooting pain on inside of thigh.also rash in exact spot where pain is that comes and goes.its not shingles. not understanding rash or pain. ?

A member asked:

Could sudden intense burning and tingling sensation on my hands and feet be connected to the shingles i had a month ago on back of thigh?

A member asked:

Can you tell the difference between a herpes rash and a shingles rash by looking at it? it's on my outer right thigh and i have a lot of soreness

A member asked:

Small red rash itchy scabs has lasted months started nape of neck migrated to back then to back of thigh-right side only--mild shingles possible?

A member asked:

I have a very sore patch of skin next to my ribs and going to my back, no rash, i had the same at top of my thigh a day or so prior, is this shingles?

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