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Why does my shingles pain intensify so much at night. i can hardly stand it.
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Can happen: It is likely that you are just feeling it more. Some neuropathic medications may help this rather than analgesia. These include TCA's, gabapentin, capsicum creams. Discuss with your doctor.
Answered 8/20/2017
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