Hi, I have a burning pain on my right thigh that does not go away. It is definitely nerve pain. There are no blisters or open wounds. I usually sleep on my right side, but if I accidently roll over on that side, the pain immediately awakens me. Lidocaine patches do not relieve the pain. Is it possible that this could be the start of shingles and if not, what other possibilities might exist. I am a diabetic with neuropathy, but this is totally new an driving me crazy. I had chickenpox in my teens and have not had the shot for shingles. Can you steer me in the right direction? Thanks.