Hi,I am Dr. Shanthi.E (General & Family Physician). I will be looking into your question and guiding you through the process. Please write your question below.
My husband has neuropathy at his feet, but it has gone up his leg below the knee and it looks slightly swollen. Is ice the only thing to use to bring the swelling down? He has had Shingles for 6 1/2 months and he has come off of these some and this week he saw an Acupuncturist and she has helped some with the Shingles. Now he needs help with the neuropathy.
Hello dear I understand your concern Your husband have postherpetic neuralgia. Take following advises: Topical treatment - Calamine lotion - Capsaicin cream Antidepressant: Amitryptaline Topical anesthetic: Benzocaine or lidocaine Opioids and caffeine can be used. Tablet methylcobalamine Cool water bath Wet compression also helpful So consult the neurologist and take proper prescribed medicine Hope this may help you.
Contact HCM for further health query Best regards Dr. Sagar
I find this answer helpful
1 Doctor agrees with this answer
You found this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
Suggest Treatment For Persistent Shingles
Hello dear I understand your concern Your husband have postherpetic neuralgia. Take following advises: Topical treatment - Calamine lotion - Capsaicin cream Antidepressant: Amitryptaline Topical anesthetic: Benzocaine or lidocaine Opioids and caffeine can be used. Tablet methylcobalamine Cool water bath Wet compression also helpful So consult the neurologist and take proper prescribed medicine Hope this may help you. Contact HCM for further health query Best regards Dr. Sagar