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A member asked:
I had my 2nd shingles bout 2 months ago. the blisters have cleared w marks left. why is it painful again today? is it coming back?
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R/O PHN: POST HERPETIC NEURALGIA you need an exam repeat labs. Continue Valtrex. A course of prednisone with the addition of lyrica (pregabalin) at night and lidocaine patches may be needed.SEEK PROMPT FOLLOW UP WITH YOUR DOCTOR
Answered 6/1/2015
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Post-herpetic neural: Sounds like you're describing post-herpetic neuralgia. Check out http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/postherpetic-neuralgia/basics/definition/con-20023743 then go see your Family Doc or General Internist about your concerns. There are several options to treat this pain. Also, while not approved until you turn 50yo, ask about off-label Zostavax vaccine (http://www.drugs.com/zostavax.html)
Answered 6/1/2015
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