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My whole body hurts especially my back and left arm. i've been real gassy( burping a lot) and shortness of breath. hands go numb could shingles cause ?
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No: R/o possible cervical radiculopathy, possible possible cardiac event possible shingles in evolution.
Answered 3/18/2019
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No: Shingles follows the distribution of a single nerve (dermatome) and is associated with a characteristic and painful rash. Doesn't sound like you have shingles to me.
Answered 1/21/2019
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Shngles unlikely: This sounds as if something may be going on in your cervical spine. You should go and see a doctor asap.
Answered 2/9/2013
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