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Soreness after having shigles?
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Need meds.: Post-herpetic neuralgia (phn) is the $3 phrase for residual pain after rash from shingles resolves. Unfortunately, this may last for days to months. It is best managed with medications for chronic pain (gabapentin as one example), prescribed by your doctor. Topical nonsteroidals (like "aspercreme") or pain-distracting (like "zostrix") may help, if appropriate for your case.
Answered 6/30/2013
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Acupuncture: Acupuncture can be very effective for pain control with shingles.
Answered 5/19/2013
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