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I've had shingles for a month now.the blisters and rash is gone nut the paim is still intolerable. any suggestions?
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Shingles: Post herpetic neuralgia is common after herpes zoster infection. Gabapentin and Elavil (amitriptyline) are helpful in this condition.
Answered 6/25/2014
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Shingles: This is typical of shingles and the pain can persist for weeks, your doctor can prescribe medication to treat this neuropathy and alleviate the pain.
Answered 9/3/2013
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