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My face and scalp itch really badly from shingles. what can i do to alleviate this?

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Dr. James Marx answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See a Doctor: There are a number of treatments that are effective such as topical lidocaine, oral meds such as Lyrica (pregabalin) that might help.

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 6/1/2015

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