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Are Itchy Rashes And Pain In Back Due To Shingles?
Hi I have had itching and pain(have psin from deteristed discs) on my neck at the back its hardvtovsee but can feel a rash which whenni rub it feels fery rashy could it be shingles? I had shingles about 7 years ago on my back butnon my left side im wondering if I could have it again?
Thu, 2 Jun 2016
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It is possible that it is shingles. This is one of the more common causes of an itchy painful rash.
Shingles tends to recur.
You can use two mirrors to see if it has a typical shingles appearance or ask a friend or family member.
If it is very bothersome, your doctor may be able to prescribe an antiviral medication to help.
The shingles vaccine has been shown to reduce recurrences so you can ask your doctor about this option.
I hope this helps
It is possible that it is shingles. This is one of the more common causes of an itchy painful rash.
Shingles tends to recur.
You can use two mirrors to see if it has a typical shingles appearance or ask a friend or family member.
If it is very bothersome, your doctor may be able to prescribe an antiviral medication to help.
The shingles vaccine has been shown to reduce recurrences so you can ask your doctor about this option.
I hope this helps
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