A member asked:

I developed shingles 7 years ago. but after shingles i lost feeling in areas in my body. i had three rows down my back. what can i do to reverse it?

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Dr. John Feola answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

R/O PHN: After a bout of shingles some patients may develop post herpetic neuralgia. This condition is usually painful. If the area is numb you should be examined and have labs checked . Also X-ray of thoracic and lumbar spines. If symptoms persist an MRI WOULD BE WARRANTED to rule out a herniated disc or MS plaque

Answered 5/24/2015

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Cannot: Unfortunately you cannot reverse it. There are medicines to help with the uncomfortable feeling if that is what you are experiencing. Ask your MD.

Answered 5/24/2015

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