Shingles: Symptoms, Recovery Time, and Misdiagnosis

Shingles

Recently, I have been experiencing pain on one side of my mouth and lips, with some redness and swelling.
It also hurts to open my mouth.
I visited my family doctor, who diagnosed me with herpes zoster virus and prescribed antibiotics along with some pain relief and anti-inflammatory medication.
Although I feel somewhat better, my symptoms have not completely resolved.

1.
How long is it expected for this condition to recover?
2.
Is this herpes labialis? Because aside from the pain and swelling, there are no sores or blisters present.
3.
Or could this be angular cheilitis?

C, 30~39 year old female. Ask Date: 2023/01/22

Dr. Wu Yuxin reply Dermatology

It could be shingles, herpes simplex, or angular cheilitis; a proper examination is needed to determine the diagnosis.

Reply Date: 2023/01/22

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