Shingles Symptoms And Treatment- 170 Questions Answered

I had chickenpox some 16 - 18 months back. Now I am on immunosuppression medications for over 10 months . I heard that shingles can occur if the immune levels are low . So what are the first symptoms of shingles so that I can consult physician immediately after onset of symptoms. Thank you.

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Dr. Arunesh Dutt Upadhyay Internal Medicine | Pune

WHY ARE YOU ON IMMUNO SUPRESSIVE MEDICATIONS? MAY I KNOW ... Read More

Initial symptoms of shingles. Completed one course of aciclovir. Right side body ache and the blisters seem to have aggravated. Recommendations ?

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

You need to be treated for acute zoster pain. Please contact me using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

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I have Shingles an infection caused by Harpes Zostar Virus. Recently I had chikenpox and since three years I'm suffering from Chickenpox at a fixed time interval i.e. oct-nov. Kindly tell me the treatment.

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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Chicken pox dies not occur twice in a lifetime. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

Hi doctor am 25 male i got shingles diagonised by doctor but after reading in net i am afraid that it could be a symptom of hiv

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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Stop reading on the internet. Shingles can happen to anyone. The question is about the pain in shingles. If not treated it becomes very bad. Please call me or send photos using online consult option f ... Read More

I got some rashes over my shoulder last evening. Which are looking like shingles. With contact with air it is increasing and I am feeling pain over the area where the rashes is available

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Probably it may be herpes zoster.... Please send photos for accurate diagnosis and treatment.. Consult for detailed information and prescription. ... Read More

My friend has onset of shingles for past few days. He is undergoing treatment for it. I read shingles can be because of HIV and i am not sure what to do. He has blisters on his forehead and the eyebrows (getting treatment for that too). Doctors said it could be the stress causing it but i am not sure if thats the case. He is not sexually active fo

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Dr. G. M. Vinod Dermatologist | Vadodara

Shingles are more common in hiv positive people. He needs to undergo treatment of present conditions and investigations for it's associated factors like hiv diabetes etc ... Read More

My friend is having symptoms of shingles...he is having blisters with fluid and black dots in it ... what would be the proper treatment for this? What would be the does and don'ts for this? What should he eat and what not ? What care should be taken to cure it earlier.

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Sir.. Specific medicine required..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have shingles and I am taking aclcovir I was just wondering how long does shingles last when taking this medication.

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

You should not self treat. The pain might increase. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ... Read More

Having shingles,may be insect bite.paining a lot and swelling on overall thigh.taken cetrazine but not helping.

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Dr. Komal Ramteke Dermatologist | Mumbai

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Cetrizine won't help ! You need a complete course of appropriate antiviral treatment. Are you pregnant ? Are you taking any other medicines ? Discuss in details so that proper treatment can be given t ... Read More

I had shingles.. When I sleep I feel a sudden disturbance ( like electric shock sensation).. And anxiety and heart palpitations.. Is this normal after shingles?

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Are you on medicine?... for accurate diagnosis and treatment do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

So I had this severe chicken pox when I was in my 9th garde and from that 2 or 3 years later I discovered that I have shingles. Now in my area there are cases of chicken pox and I don't know but I think my shingles got activated. So is it shingles or am I having chicken pox again?

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Dr. Devang Pandya Dermatologist | Jamnagar

Need clear photos and proper history for diagnosis and management ... Read More

My wife had shingles infection on the left side of her pelvic area. After around 2 years she is experiencing a lot of pain and uneasiness in that area. What to do? She is 49 years old.

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Dr. Pranit D Khandait Neurologist | Nagpur

She requires neurologist consultation For post herpetic neuralgias ... Read More

I suffered from shingles last year in November last year. Still suffering from neural pain in forehand lower side and triceps side. Don't feel pain while walking and doing work. Feel pain when resting hand on table or resting and while sleeping.

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Dr. Kamera Sateesh Kumar Neurologist | Hyderabad

Post hepetic neuralgia is a chronic condition with burning sensation over a particular dematomal area , needs a neurologist Consultantion ... Read More

Where could I get vaccinated against shingles? Is it advised for males above 50…? Also, wanted to know about vaccination against virus that causes skin tags?

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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Hi , I had intestinal TB and I took medication and no TB infection after further test after completion of medication . After 2 months i started feel shivering , like flu types symptoms , I went to Dr and he looked at my lungs and intestine and all are fine , Then Dr suggested me antihistamine syrup , i felt better , but when I don't use after 4-5

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Dr. Amruth Sindhu Pulmonologist | Bangalore

Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same ... Read More

Hi, My niece has shingles on her cheeks she is 4 years old we have observed small one like a pimple 1 week back it is spreading on her face Could you please tell me what is the cause of this and how serious it is Thanks, DM

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I'm suffering with shingles. My sister is also a doctor. She is Pune. She prescribed me medicines. But my institution is asking for medical certificate along with a prescription. Is there any way I could get one here in Lucknow?

Asked for Female, 29 Years 63 Views v

Dr. Kulvinder Singh General Physician | Sri Ganganagar

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Ask your sister to send it online….. ... Read More

My mother diagnosed with Shingles one month before now the skin wound was cleared but still she is having pain in that area which was unbearable. So please tell any medicine or treatment for this.

Asked for Female, 31 Years 151 Views v

Dr. Ritu Yadav General Physician | Gurgaon

Ma'am Post shingles nerve pain can be debilitating and it's really difficult to treat. You can definitely take painkiller under the guidance of your doctor but pain can persist for some time. My opin ... Read More

I got abscess on my neck and took 5 days course of antibiotics still it remains same what should I do I got shingles 4 days before having medicine still it is paining what is the fast relief for it

Asked for Female, 29 Years 143 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Shingles need antiviral agents..... for accurate diagnosis and treatment do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

My sister in law is diagnosed with Shingles or herpes(Nagin called in Maharashtra). Is it safe to breastfeed her 1 year baby in this case.

Asked for Female, 29 Years 152 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

Am suffering with abdomen tuberculosis, taking medicine from last 3 months , i was feeling pretty fine, gained weight and overall health, then all of a sudden all symptoms started, stomach pain, night sweats, chills, weight loss. i didnt even skipped a single dose then why it happened ? please suggest me what to do , am a dialysis patient getting

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Dr. Fatima Mamnoon Pulmonologist | New Delhi

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You will need to repeat your scans/ usg abdomen and evaluate. Without consulting you , to understand your condition is difficult. ... Read More

Is there a medicine for neurological pain caused by shingles? My shingles have healed but still have a lot of pain in the nerves.

Asked for Female, 35 Years 195 Views v

Dr. T Rajan Ayurvedic Orthopedist | Thiruvananthapuram

Apply cutis oil regularly, gradually it will disappear. ... Read More

How long should be the antiviral course for shingles? My doctor prescribed for 5 days but he is unreachable right now. My blisters are drying out but a few new ones have also developed.

Asked for Female, 35 Years 369 Views v

Dr. Shivanu Mathon Dermatologist | Ludhiana

consult online for further treatment ... Read More

Hello Dr My Company is Giving free Shingles Vaccination to people above 50. I'm 50. Please suggest if I should take it or not ?? I had chicken pox in childhood ...fyi

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Dr. Manoj Kumar General Physician | Dehradun

Need few more details Kindly consult ... Read More

I am 7th month pregnant. One of my family member has shingles and my elder daughter, 7 years has chicken pox. Anything to worry for me? Or any precautions to be taken?

Asked for Female, 32 Years 74 Views v

Dr. Pushpa Gour Gynecologist | Bhopal

Consult please. ... Read More

My wife has got shingles on her right side upper chest area. Need female dermatologist for her. She's suffering from pain and shivering.

Asked for Female, 50 Years 169 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

How long is shingles communicable? Is it communicable when the scars have dried out?How long does it take to recover from shingles?

Asked for Female, 23 Years 223 Views v

Dr. Shivani S Talpallikar Cosmetologist | Bidar

It isn't communicable after treatment. Adhere to strict sun protection and avoid sharing cosmetics or any products that may be in contact with the infected area. ... Read More

I have finished my h pylori kit (doxycycline and amoxicillin) 2 weeks back. Post completion of the treatment, my gut symptoms are improving, though i have developed somewhat fatigue, which is more felt in my legs, also when i walk my foot hurts(not sore or something) as if cramp type hurts. Apart from that since 2 weeks i have seen in post nasal d

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Dr. Yashvardhan Sharma General Physician | Agra

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Kindly consult for proper diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

I have breathing difficulties and fast heart rate after shingles.. Is it normal? I'm worried.. Pl let me know

Asked for Male, 21 Years 1005 Views v

Dr. Himanshu Kumar Dermatologist | Delhi

Shingles is painful and can cause increase in heart rate. Breathing difficulty should not ideally be there. ... Read More

I got herpes on neck and chest. Doctor suggest me zovirax 800 tab and ointment. This is the picture of day 3 condition. Is it herps zoster Or shingles? I never had chicken pox previously. I'm going to marry this 24th. So im depressed about my conditions. Is my condition contagious? Can i have unprotected sex ever? I didn't feel any kind of infectio

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Nothing to worry..it will improve with the given medicine... for detailed prescription do direct online consultation ... Read More

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I had chickenpox some 16 - 18 months back. Now I am on immunosuppression medications for over 10 months . I heard that shingles can occur if the immune levels are low . So what are the first symptoms of shingles so that I can consult physician immediately after onset of symptoms. Thank you.

Initial symptoms of shingles. Completed one course of aciclovir. Right side body ache and the blisters seem to have aggravated. Recommendations ?

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I have Shingles an infection caused by Harpes Zostar Virus. Recently I had chikenpox and since three years I'm suffering from Chickenpox at a fixed time interval i.e. oct-nov. Kindly tell me the treatment.

Hi doctor am 25 male i got shingles diagonised by doctor but after reading in net i am afraid that it could be a symptom of hiv

I got some rashes over my shoulder last evening. Which are looking like shingles. With contact with air it is increasing and I am feeling pain over the area where the rashes is available

My friend is having symptoms of shingles...he is having blisters with fluid and black dots in it ... what would be the proper treatment for this? What would be the does and don'ts for this? What should he eat and what not ? What care should be taken to cure it earlier.

I have shingles and I am taking aclcovir I was just wondering how long does shingles last when taking this medication.

Having shingles,may be insect bite.paining a lot and swelling on overall thigh.taken cetrazine but not helping.

I had shingles.. When I sleep I feel a sudden disturbance ( like electric shock sensation).. And anxiety and heart palpitations.. Is this normal after shingles?

So I had this severe chicken pox when I was in my 9th garde and from that 2 or 3 years later I discovered that I have shingles. Now in my area there are cases of chicken pox and I don't know but I think my shingles got activated. So is it shingles or am I having chicken pox again?

My wife had shingles infection on the left side of her pelvic area. After around 2 years she is experiencing a lot of pain and uneasiness in that area. What to do? She is 49 years old.

I suffered from shingles last year in November last year. Still suffering from neural pain in forehand lower side and triceps side. Don't feel pain while walking and doing work. Feel pain when resting hand on table or resting and while sleeping.

Where could I get vaccinated against shingles? Is it advised for males above 50…? Also, wanted to know about vaccination against virus that causes skin tags?

Hi, My niece has shingles on her cheeks she is 4 years old we have observed small one like a pimple 1 week back it is spreading on her face Could you please tell me what is the cause of this and how serious it is Thanks, DM

I'm suffering with shingles. My sister is also a doctor. She is Pune. She prescribed me medicines. But my institution is asking for medical certificate along with a prescription. Is there any way I could get one here in Lucknow?

My mother diagnosed with Shingles one month before now the skin wound was cleared but still she is having pain in that area which was unbearable. So please tell any medicine or treatment for this.

I got abscess on my neck and took 5 days course of antibiotics still it remains same what should I do I got shingles 4 days before having medicine still it is paining what is the fast relief for it

My sister in law is diagnosed with Shingles or herpes(Nagin called in Maharashtra). Is it safe to breastfeed her 1 year baby in this case.

Is there a medicine for neurological pain caused by shingles? My shingles have healed but still have a lot of pain in the nerves.

How long should be the antiviral course for shingles? My doctor prescribed for 5 days but he is unreachable right now. My blisters are drying out but a few new ones have also developed.

Hello Dr My Company is Giving free Shingles Vaccination to people above 50. I'm 50. Please suggest if I should take it or not ?? I had chicken pox in childhood ...fyi

I am 7th month pregnant. One of my family member has shingles and my elder daughter, 7 years has chicken pox. Anything to worry for me? Or any precautions to be taken?

My wife has got shingles on her right side upper chest area. Need female dermatologist for her. She's suffering from pain and shivering.

How long is shingles communicable? Is it communicable when the scars have dried out?How long does it take to recover from shingles?

I have breathing difficulties and fast heart rate after shingles.. Is it normal? I'm worried.. Pl let me know

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