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What Causes Blisters Near Damaged Disc?
I have been treated for a ruptured disc in the past. Periodically, after particular strenious activity or a stressful situation, I will have a breakout in an area just below the damaged disc that looks like a fever blister. About as big as a quarter. Could this be a form of shingles??
Tue, 25 Aug 2020
Hello,
The symptoms can be related to a shingles blister. I suggest using an antiviral cream for local application such as Acyclovir cream. I also suggest to use Acyclovir 400 tablets.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The symptoms can be related to a shingles blister. I suggest using an antiviral cream for local application such as Acyclovir cream. I also suggest to use Acyclovir 400 tablets.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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