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The nerve pain is a result of the shingles which she got 2-1/2 months ago. the rash is gone, but severe nerve pain lingers. what can she do to alleviate this excruciating pain. she has taken lyrica for 2-1/2 weeks with little to no relief.
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See pain doc: At 87, medication doses may need adjustments. While Lyrica is good for shingles pain, if it is dosed correctly, topicals, injections, gabapentin, and other options will help overcome her suffering. See a doctor who specializes in pain management to learn more.
Answered 11/28/2017
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