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I have had herpes zoster for 1.5 yrs in my eye. how long can this last ?
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Zoster infection: Clears within a few weeks, what you most likely have is post herpetic neuralgia which gives you the discomfort and pain. This pain can last indefinitely.
Answered 3/22/2014
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