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What Causes Sensitive Skin On Chest, Rib Cage And Abdomen?

I am 63 years of age. relatively healthy man. I have a sensitive skin problem on my right side. The left side of my chest, rib cage, abdomen, and part of my back. It hurts to slide a shirt over it. Initial contact hurts but I can lay on that side in bed without too much discomfort. I have had a shingles vaccine about three years ago. Any ideas?
Wed, 9 Mar 2016
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hello sir.....
sir, do u hav any history of shingles in the past? bcoz the history which u r giving is "post herpetic neuralgia". it usually occurs after episode of shingles! take tab. gabapentin 600mg per day at bedtime. drowsiness is a common side effect. so don't worry!
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What Causes Sensitive Skin On Chest, Rib Cage And Abdomen?

hello sir..... sir, do u hav any history of shingles in the past? bcoz the history which u r giving is post herpetic neuralgia . it usually occurs after episode of shingles! take tab. gabapentin 600mg per day at bedtime. drowsiness is a common side effect. so don t worry!