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I ve been battling shingles in the private area (right side) for over 9 weeks and have been doing the catheter for over 6 weeks 4 times a day. 3 weeks ago I ve developed a intense aching pain in my right testicle often it wakes me I usually use lidocaine and will achieve relief for about 2 to 3 hr s . I just had a u.a. and found no infection .Is there any thing else I can do ?
Hello, my name is Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi. I understand your concern. Some advices that I can give to you are : -Taking a cool bath or using cool, -wet compresses on your blisters may help relieve the itching and pain. -Try to reduce the amount of stress in your life. -Use ointments that contain acyclovir Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help. Kindly regards, Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
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Hello, my name is Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi. I understand your concern. Some advices that I can give to you are : -Taking a cool bath or using cool, -wet compresses on your blisters may help relieve the itching and pain. -Try to reduce the amount of stress in your life. -Use ointments that contain acyclovir Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I ll be glad to help. Kindly regards, Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi