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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.
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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
Answered 9/12/2014
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Zoster sine herpete: And that young lady is how we docs say "shingles without a rash." Yes, it DOES exist. And many people are grateful for it since the alternative is have the shingles with all the cosmetic issues. When absolutely necessary we can do spinal taps to identify particles of the virus who are causing the pain and burning symptoms but without a lot of exertion.
Answered 9/11/2014
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