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

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Pain In The Back After Suffering From Shingles?

I have had shingles for approximately 3 weeks around the right side of my waistline. They never broke out on my back, but now I am having terrible pain in my back where the nerve comes from my spine. Thought I had kidney stone, it hurt so badly. Been to the Dr, had urine sample, & blood tests.
Wed, 27 Mar 2019
Report Abuse
Ayurveda Specialist,  's  Response
Hi,

It could possibly be postherpetic neuralgia [PHN] the most common complication of shingles which affects nerve fibers and skin and causes burning pain even when shingles disappears, therefore although it is a difficult condition to treat but you can take a variety of medications like antidepressants, anticonvulsants [gabapentin], after consulting your PCP for proper diagnosis and prescription, till then.

Take a salt bath and keep the affected area clean which will help prevent infection and help it heal quicker.

PS. Avoid sharing your personal items and keep separate shaving blades for face, underarm, and pubic hairs.

3. If you think the symptoms are worsening contact your Primary care provider [PCP], Infectious Disease Doctor.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Munish Sood, Ayurveda Specialist
I find 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]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Pain In The Back After Suffering From Shingles?

Hi, It could possibly be postherpetic neuralgia [PHN] the most common complication of shingles which affects nerve fibers and skin and causes burning pain even when shingles disappears, therefore although it is a difficult condition to treat but you can take a variety of medications like antidepressants, anticonvulsants [gabapentin], after consulting your PCP for proper diagnosis and prescription, till then. Take a salt bath and keep the affected area clean which will help prevent infection and help it heal quicker. PS. Avoid sharing your personal items and keep separate shaving blades for face, underarm, and pubic hairs. 3. If you think the symptoms are worsening contact your Primary care provider [PCP], Infectious Disease Doctor. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Munish Sood, Ayurveda Specialist