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What to do for shingles that will not go away after using hydrocortisone cream and triamcinolone cream and eczema cream and witch hazel and antiviral meds which was acyclovir? it has been here all year?
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Might not be shingles ! You want to revisit this diagnosis, a second opnion by a dermatologist, or another dermatologist, is worthwhile, good luck, and wish you well
Answered 10/10/2021
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In shingles the skin lesions do not last that long. Pain may persist indefinitely. Topicals (creams, ointments) have limited use in the acute phase of shingles and the diagnosis should be questioned at this point with the help of your physician.
Answered 10/10/2021
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