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Is one course of shingles medication enough if i still not feeling better.?

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In what way?: Is the rash crusted over? Persistence of redness and swelling in the area could suggest a secondary bacterial infection. Persistence of pain may portend post-herpetic neuralgia. Talk to your doctor.

Answered 3/26/2013

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