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What Causes Spasms In The Back While Suffering From Shingles?
I am a 89 year old woman. Recently I had shingles which lasted about 3 weeks ( I had the shingles shot a few years ago). It seemed to start (June 20) with back spasms which went away, but have now returned. A massage therapist is helping some. My doctor has prescribed one Tylenol 3 every 8 hours and one Parafon Forte every 6 hours. At first I got relief, but now not so much. I ve been taking these meds for 2 weeks. I also am putting cold packs on the affected area. Can you suggest something to help get over the back spasms?
Thu, 8 Aug 2019
Hello,
The symptoms seem to be related to muscle pain.
I suggest using anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to relieve the pain.
I also suggest using ice packs to relieve the pain.
You can also use anti-inflammatory medications such as Voltaren gel for local application.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The symptoms seem to be related to muscle pain.
I suggest using anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to relieve the pain.
I also suggest using ice packs to relieve the pain.
You can also use anti-inflammatory medications such as Voltaren gel for local application.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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