shingles, Dermatology FAQ - Page 2

Shingles Hello Dr. Wu, I have had shingles since November 19, and it has been about 6 days. I saw a dermatologist yesterday who prescribed oral Acyclovir 400mg and a topical cream. I would like to ask if the cream should only be used when the blisters have burst, or is it not to ...

Can individuals with shingles receive the COVID-19 public vaccination? The doctor advised that I should not receive the COVID-19 public vaccine within a week after getting the shingles vaccine. My last injection of the anti-inflammatory medication for shingles was on September 11...

If a child has chickenpox, can it trigger shingles in family members? Hello, doctor. Chickenpox and shingles are caused by the same virus, and it is known that shingles can transmit the virus to someone who has not had chickenpox, resulting in chickenpox. If a child develops chic...

Recurrent herpes zoster? In mid-April, I experienced a severe outbreak of shingles (in the lower body). In early June, I had a mild recurrence and received a self-paid vaccine. By the end of August, I had a third outbreak with blisters and pre-existing nerve pain. I took medicati...

If you are experiencing persistent fever and abdominal pain after receiving treatment for shingles, you should consider returning for a follow-up appointment? Hello, Doctor. I am currently in the United States. About five days ago, I developed a rash near my coccyx close to my bu...

Suspected shingles? Hello doctor, I would like to ask if giving the wrong medication for suspected shingles would have an impact. I previously had shingles on my chest, and this time it occurred on the left side of my anal area. Initially, I experienced redness, itching, and pain...

Allergic reaction to adhesive bandages causing blisters? Hello, doctor. A few days ago, I felt pain in my shoulder, so I went to the pharmacy and bought some patches to apply. The next day, I noticed that the area where I applied the patch was swollen, and the following day, I di...

Concern about desquamation on the outer side of the elbow being psoriasis? Hello Doctor: In early July last year, after a few days of staying up late and sunbathing in Taitung, I suddenly developed mild scaling on the outer elbow creases of both arms the next day. A few days late...

Itchy rash? Hello Doctor, I started experiencing a rash on the right side of my lower back last week, which is itchy. Eventually, the rash developed into small blisters, and pressing on the blisters causes pain. However, I do not have any other pain symptoms such as neuropathic p...

Unexplained red rash, painless and itchless; is it necessary to seek medical attention? Hello, Doctor. Symptoms: On August 10, I noticed three distinct red rashes on the left side of my neck, which healed with peeling by August 23. Now, on September 3, I discovered a patch of red...

Shingles Hello, doctor. It has been two weeks since I developed a rash on my body. I consulted a dermatologist and took antiviral medication for ten days. The blisters have dried up and scabbed over, but the affected area still feels somewhat sore, and the rash is still present (...

Shingles Hello, Doctor. Initially, I visited a nephrology clinic due to back pain (my family has a history of kidney stones), and the examination showed no abnormalities. However, three days later, I developed small rashes on my back and abdomen. I thought it was a drug rash (as ...

Shingles Hello doctor, I had HIV rapid tests at 12 weeks and 16 weeks, both results were negative. However, at 17 weeks, I developed shingles. Could this be related to HIV, or is it simply due to a weakened immune system from prolonged stress over the past three months?

Chickenpox - Skin pain? Which department should I visit? Hello: I occasionally experience sharp pain in the lower left rib area, and there is also tenderness when I press on that spot. There are two chickenpox lesions nearby, and I'm wondering if the pain could be caused by ...

Shingles Hello Doctor: My husband has recently been very fatigued and has developed shingles (with blisters on his eyelid that have burst and scabs on his forehead). He has already seen a dermatologist for treatment. We have a 3.5-month-old baby at home, and currently, we are fee...

Can the absence of a rash confirm a diagnosis of shingles? Hello Doctor, my mother experienced facial nerve dysfunction about a month and a half ago (mid-July), with drooping of the eye and mouth. She was treated with corticosteroids by a family doctor abroad. Two weeks later (en...

Is the blood test for herpes not accurate? Doctor, two years ago I went to a massage parlor, and about three days later, I started experiencing muscle spasms in my thigh. Subsequently, I developed rashes and blisters from my foot to the inner thigh, with seven blisters appearing ...

Postherpetic neuralgia on the face? Hello, Doctor. I was diagnosed with shingles 15 days ago and took antiviral medication for seven days. My facial blisters have almost healed, so the doctor did not prescribe any more antiviral medication. However, the skin on the right side of ...

Atrophic scars from shingles? In June of this year, I had an outbreak of shingles on the bridge of my nose and above my lips, which is my first recurrence since having chickenpox as a child. I took medication for a week, and the scabs took about a month to fall off. I saw a shing...

Medication for shingles after 2 days? Hello Doctor, on July 3rd, my father was diagnosed with shingles on his back. He noticed the rash on June 29th and applied eczema cream on his own. On the night of July 2nd, he experienced some back pain, and on July 3rd, he sought medical at...