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Can Shingles Cause Severe Itching In The Left Hand?
I had an atypical case of SHINGLES March through June 2018 NO rash, only a couple of blisters, pain in left hand and arm. was first diagnosed with broken wrist, not supported by XRays. I am now kept awake at night with extreme itching in my left hand. could there be a relationship. any suggestions to stop itching?
Wed, 7 Aug 2019
Hello,
Yes, shingles can cause itchiness.
I suggest using Acyclovir for local application.
I also suggest using Cetirizine for the itching.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Yes, shingles can cause itchiness.
I suggest using Acyclovir for local application.
I also suggest using Cetirizine for the itching.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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