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What Causes Stiffness And Pressure In Tail Bone After Shingles Infection?

I have shingles. During one of the break out that occurred My Lower tail bone where the shingles attack began feeling like a heavy pressure. I took 600 ibuprofen for 2weeks and gradually most Of the stiffness has subside, However somewhat minor stiffing still existing. Would it be possible that my nerves in that area is affected. If ,so what would you Recommend Dr. Samuel?
Mon, 9 Nov 2015
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I have gone through your query and understand your concern. You have recovered from shingles. But some after effects are still there in the form of pain and heavyness. For pain relief you can take analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief. Mecobalamin is helpful in neuralgic pain.Vitamin B and C help in recovery. You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then don't hesitate to write to us. I will be happy to help you.
Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
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What Causes Stiffness And Pressure In Tail Bone After Shingles Infection?

Hi Welcome to healthcaremagic I have gone through your query and understand your concern. You have recovered from shingles. But some after effects are still there in the form of pain and heavyness. For pain relief you can take analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief. Mecobalamin is helpful in neuralgic pain.Vitamin B and C help in recovery. You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then don t hesitate to write to us. I will be happy to help you. Wishing you a good health. Take care.