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Postherpetic neuralgia

2017-03-20 17:22:51
Facing severe sensation in my left forehead after having herpes zoster ophthalmicus. It is not visible but deep sensation while forehead movement is affecting me a lot. Please suggest
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You may require to take some medications to help settle the nerves.
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You can visit clinic personally for treatment.

Answered2017-03-21 04:39:19

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