Shingles

[Zen]

Over 5 months ago I had a dose of shingles across my chest and back,although nothing is now visible I am still getting considerable grie f(pain) fron the areas they showed.All the doctor can do do is give me painkillers which I don't take as I just put up with the grief the shingles give me.Question is,will they go away eventually and how long will it take.bearing in mind it's been over 5 months now?

[woofgang]

Poor you, pain after shingles can be nasty and go on for a while. her's a website with some useful info Googl on "Post herpetic pain" for more help

http://www.aftershingles.com/phn.html

[Solarjunkie]

Research I did when my father suffered from this (& my 11 year old son!!) frequently indicated acupuncture as a treatment with good results.

Good luck.