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It has been a month and 5 days of shingles. it is in the process of healing. no longer severe pain, but itchiness is severe, levocetrizen and alegra not helping. what should i do?

Q: it has been a month and 5 days of shingles. it is in the process of healing. no longer severe pain, but itchiness is severe, levocetrizen and alegra not helping. what should i do?

: Try warm OR cold compresses to see which one works best (3-5 minutes). Over the counter Cortisone or NSAIDs (Non Steroidal Antiflamatory Drugs), such as Voltaren, applied to area may help. Follow package directions for frequency of applications.

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Try warm OR cold compresses to see which one works best (3-5 minutes). Over the counter Cortisone or NSAIDs (Non Steroidal Antiflamatory Drugs), such as Voltaren, applied to area may help. Follow package directions for frequency of applications.

Answered 9/10/2023

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A member asked:

It has been a month and 5 days of shingles. it is in the process of healing. no longer severe pain, but itchiness is severe, levocetrizen and alegra not helping. what should i do?

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Dr. William Kasper answered

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