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I noticed a patch of skin on my ribs was sensitive to touch. this patch expanded to be half my abdomen and the touch of my shirt is unbearable. ideas?

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Dr. Alvin Lin answered

Allodynia: It sounds like you're describing allodynia, a type of neuropathic pain. Whereas neuropathic pain is often described as numb & tingly, icy cold or burning hot, or even electrical shock-like, allodynia encompasses pain whereby it shouldn't hurt, such as touch of shirt as you've described. This is unfortunately common after shingles. Check http://goo.gl/Cas50Z then see your Family Doc for evaluation

Answered 1/20/2017

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