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I had shingles in oct 2012. the spots where the blisters were are still slightly raised and red. they no longer hurt or itch, is this normal?
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It may take a while: For skin to return to normal.
Answered 5/17/2013
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Yes: The residual from the lesions may last for a while and are of no consequence. Taking Lyrica (pregabalin) after the pains have gone is unnecessary.
Answered 6/27/2014
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