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How Can Shingles Scars On The Face Be Removed?

I am recovering from facial shingles. scabs are gone but red areas remain.They periodically hurt and itch. I took a regiment of antiviral pills followed by 6 days of methyprednisone. The last dose of pills was 2 weeks ago and the scapped areas are still very red. Is the virus in remishion?
Tue, 2 May 2017
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Thanks for trusting Healthcaremagic.
I have gone through your query and I can understand your concerns.
Shingle scars are very difficult to treat.
You might require laser treatment for best results. Topical ointments does no provide optimum results.
Consult a dermatologist who specializes in cosmetology. He will guide you accordinglym
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How Can Shingles Scars On The Face Be Removed?

Hello, Thanks for trusting Healthcaremagic. I have gone through your query and I can understand your concerns. Shingle scars are very difficult to treat. You might require laser treatment for best results. Topical ointments does no provide optimum results. Consult a dermatologist who specializes in cosmetology. He will guide you accordinglym Thanks