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Sharp irritating skin pain in the side. could it be zoster coming back?

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Recurrent zoster...: ...Is very rare, but it does happen. Treatment (with valacyclovir or famciclovir) would be the same as the first time; but there are other possible causes, such as herpes simplex, a pulled muscle, a cracked rib, or even an internal issue. You should see your doctor and get this sorted out.

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Answered 10/3/2016

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