HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Suggest Treatment For Back Pain While Suffering From Shingles

default
Posted on Sat, 15 Apr 2017
Question: I think I may have shingles. I have intense back pain and nearly constant spasms on one side. I also have a rash with blisters on the same side...groin area and low back. I am miserable! What can I do until I can get in to see a doc? Thank you.
XXXX
doctor
Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (57 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Take symptomaric treatment. Start oral antivirals as soon as possible

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us

I am dr.kakkar (dermatologist).
I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern.
In shingles, specific treatment with an oral antiviral e.g valacyclovir 1gm (valtrex), must be started within the first 72 hours as it hastens healing, significantly reduces pain and also the duration of post herpetic neuralgia. Therefore I suggest you to take an appointment as soon as possible. Valacyclovir is prescription medicine.
Till that time you may start symptomatic treatment with oral antiinflammatory/painkillers e.g ibuprofen or diclofenac. In addition you may apply a topical antibacterial cream e.g 2% mupiricin cream or 2% fusidic acid cream, twice daily

Regards
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Dr. Kakkar

Dermatologist

Practicing since :2002

Answered : 9612 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Dermatologist
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
Suggest Treatment For Back Pain While Suffering From Shingles

Brief Answer: Take symptomaric treatment. Start oral antivirals as soon as possible Detailed Answer: Hello. Thank you for writing to us I am dr.kakkar (dermatologist). I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern. In shingles, specific treatment with an oral antiviral e.g valacyclovir 1gm (valtrex), must be started within the first 72 hours as it hastens healing, significantly reduces pain and also the duration of post herpetic neuralgia. Therefore I suggest you to take an appointment as soon as possible. Valacyclovir is prescription medicine. Till that time you may start symptomatic treatment with oral antiinflammatory/painkillers e.g ibuprofen or diclofenac. In addition you may apply a topical antibacterial cream e.g 2% mupiricin cream or 2% fusidic acid cream, twice daily Regards