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Suggest Treatment For Itching Sensation On The Skin Due To Shingles

My husband, age 91, had shingles really bad 3 yrs. ago. The Dr. said it was one of the worst cases he had ever seen! Although the bad rash is gone, the itching has never stopped. He has spent so many sleepless nights (which means I have too). None of the Drs. RX OR suggested over the counter meds have worked. A few weeks ago, we went to our Health Food Store to seek answers. I have done business with this man b-4 many times for many yrs. with great success. But, the suggestions he had for the itching, we bought, my husband used as directed, with NO results. Would love it if you could help us!
Tue, 5 Feb 2019
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Hi,

As per your description, your husband has a severe itching problem. I would suggest tablet chlorpheniramine and tablet cetirizine.

This combination will definitely help him from itching. Also, apply coconut oil on the skin where dryness is maximum or you can apply it all over body after shaver.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nirav Nimavat,
General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Itching Sensation On The Skin Due To Shingles

Hi, As per your description, your husband has a severe itching problem. I would suggest tablet chlorpheniramine and tablet cetirizine. This combination will definitely help him from itching. Also, apply coconut oil on the skin where dryness is maximum or you can apply it all over body after shaver. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nirav Nimavat, General & Family Physician