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My 14 year old son has developed a shingles rash today. he has been to the doctor, but no antiviral drugs have been prescribed. should we go back ?

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Dr. Paul Hartlaub answered

Yes: There is a medicine that helps treat shingles (more than one, actually), but it is only effective if started within the first few days of the rash.

Answered 4/30/2018

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not necessarily: Valacyclovir (Valtrex), Acyclovir (Zovirax) & Famciclovir (Famvir) can help symptoms but is not necessary for recovery from Shingles.

Answered 10/27/2018

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A member asked:

My 14 year old son has developed a shingles rash today. he has been to the doctor, but no antiviral drugs have been prescribed. should we go back ?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Paul Hartlaub answered

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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