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Suggest Treatment For Painful Rash On The Waist
Question: Hi, I am a female 47yrs old. Last weekend I got one of the worst migraines I've had in years and along with that I was exhausted and slept all weekend and even took Monday off to sleep. Then I came up with this painful rash on my waistline that looked like blisters and hurt like blisters. I'll figure out how to upload the pictures in a second. Does that sound like shingle to you?
Brief Answer:
Yes it does sound like shingles
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I understand your concern. Yes, it does sound like shingles, and the fact that it is located only on one zone and that you have a history of chicken pox supports this.
However I would like to see a picture to be sure. In the mean time I recommend you keep using the steroid cream and the pain killers.
You are welcome to ask for further information.
Wishing you all the best
Yes it does sound like shingles
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I understand your concern. Yes, it does sound like shingles, and the fact that it is located only on one zone and that you have a history of chicken pox supports this.
However I would like to see a picture to be sure. In the mean time I recommend you keep using the steroid cream and the pain killers.
You are welcome to ask for further information.
Wishing you all the best
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