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Taking Valtrex For Shingles, Swelling On Both Cheeks, Corner Of Both Eyes. How Long It Will Last?
I am taking Valtrex for shingles and have swelling on both upper cheeks and in the corner of both eyes. how long will this last. have been on it for 5 days and the doctor had me refill for another 7 days. the shingles is scabbed and not burning anymore. should I discontinue meds. cannot live looking like a monster for another 7 days if not necessary
Wed, 18 Sep 2013
Hi There,
Shingle is Herpes Zoster and these lesions can be very painful. I suggest you continue the medications for another 7 days even if they are not burning anymore as they can reappear if medication discontinued. They can become painful again. Thanks.
Shingle is Herpes Zoster and these lesions can be very painful. I suggest you continue the medications for another 7 days even if they are not burning anymore as they can reappear if medication discontinued. They can become painful again. Thanks.
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