Shingles! Horrible pain, HELP!

Where did you go to see the doctor? Which organization was it?

I'm really sorry for you. It will definitely pass, just hang in there. Go see another doctor; maybe they can suggest some other medications. Unfortunately, I don't remember what was prescribed to us.

What is shingles and why does it occur?

I need to go to the dermatovenerological dispensary in my area to get tests done. Based on the results, the doctor should prescribe a comprehensive treatment. It's essential to cleanse the blood. For example, Enterosgel – 2 packs, 3 times a day. Secondly, apply a treatment specifically for ringworm, not for the herpes virus... for instance, Cindol suspension – 2 times a day. Thirdly, take antihistamine tablets, and fourthly, a different painkiller if this one isn't suitable. And overall, it's also necessary to boost the immune system. This isn't a dangerous disease; it's just a matter of finding the right treatment, as the wrong one only makes it worse.

Oh, author, I feel so sorry for you. I remember how my mom suffered. I'll ask her later how she was treated—it was a long time ago—and I'll write everything to you.

I created the same topic about 2 weeks ago somewhere... only it was my grandma who caught this bug... they also prescribed acyclovir... and she's in pain too. She's still undergoing treatment... what kind of plague is this?

They said back then that the pain might not go away, or take a very long time to subside(( that's just awful....(((((

The titmouse, shingles is actually a type of herpes, I just read it online yesterday.

Shingles is not caused by the herpes virus, but by the chickenpox virus.

9. Additionally, those who have not had chickenpox can contract it from someone with shingles. There was such a case in our family. As for the pain, it might be worth consulting a neurologist, as these are neuralgia-type pains (along the path of a major nerve).

Just try a stronger analgesic. For example, Ketorolac. Fastum gel is of no use at all. But don't overuse painkillers. For instance, just at night.
Now about this virus. It belongs to the same group as the herpes virus. Accordingly, after having chickenpox, we all are carriers of it. It lives in nerve cells, hence the severe pain and its location along the nerve trunks. It manifests when there's a general decrease in immune status.

Urgently apply ZOVIRAX ointment! When I was 14, I was hospitalized with shingles. It affects the nerves. Yes, very severe pain. My back and stomach hurt... Zovirax cream is for the herpes virus. And shingles is herpes.

Herpes zoster, or shingles, erupts on the skin along the nerve pathway. The rash clears up within 2-4 weeks, but the pain can persist for 2 months or more. The pain can be very intense; in the past, they might even administer narcotics. Now, "the rescue of the drowning" is... (continues in the text). My mother was somewhat lucky at the start of her treatment because she was diagnosed with neuralgia (there was no rash), and we applied leeches along her nerve. The rash appeared on the sixth day and wasn't very severe, but the pain has persisted for the third week. It's less intense now, mostly at night. The neurologist prescribed "FLOGOXIB" and "NIMESIL"—I think it's individualized. She treats it with fuchsin, methylene blue, and brilliant green... After the specific treatment ends, I think we'll continue with leech therapy.

Julia, I truly sympathize with you. My son is currently suffering from shingles, and it's truly excruciating pain. Shingles causes rashes and pain. We've visited both private medical centers and public clinics, consulting with general practitioners, allergist-dermatologists, and neurologists. Here are the recommendations we received: for the virus itself - the new-generation antiviral "Isoprinosine" (which also boosts immunity), to prevent purulent inflammation at the site of burst blisters - the antibiotic "Azithromycin", but opinions differed on topical treatments: Zovirax, Acyclovir Hexal, brilliant green.

Online in the Health magazine, 2 professors strictly forbade applying anything to the blisters. We applied acyclovir and brilliant green. Julia, this is very important! Do not use ultraviolet light, as it leads to spore growth and an increase in blisters. And finally, the most crucial part - the pain!

With shingles, the pain is neuropathic, meaning it's not the muscles, skin, or ligaments hurting (irritating pain receptors - nociceptors), but the affected nerve endings. If left untreated, postherpetic neuralgia can develop. For this pain, antidepressants and anticonvulsants help. We were prescribed "Finlepsin," an imported medication, and there's our local equivalent - Carbamazepine. We're taking it, and within 30 minutes, it becomes significantly easier, allowing some sleep. Its duration depends on the individual; for us, it lasts about 5 hours, which is already good. Get well soon!

Under no circumstances should you use Fastum gel, as it has an irritating effect. For anti-inflammatory purposes, use Nise or Ibuprofen. Dry out the blisters with Fukortsin, and take any antiviral medication internally. You can hold off on applying antiviral ointment for now; dry out the blisters first, and then apply it. I'm very concerned about the fingers, hmm—you must see a neurologist.

I am currently in the early stages of pregnancy. Due to a weakened immune system, I have developed shingles. The pain is excruciating. I am undergoing treatment with immunoglobulin IV drips and vitamins, but the pain keeps getting worse. On top of that, I cannot take any painkillers in my condition! I am suffering immensely!

I have the same issue, it's been four days already, and it's very painful :(((( I'm taking Cycloferon and applying Acyclovir or Herpivir... It's really painful, I can barely sleep, and I still have to go to work,......

I have the same issue, but on top of that, my wedding is in three days! My whole back is covered in a rash, I don't know what to do(((( I'm applying Fladex ointment and taking Herpevir((( the pain is terrible

It started for me a week ago... At first (before the blisters appeared), I applied Herpevir ointment. Then, on the fourth day, I started using gentian violet and began taking Acyclovir (0.4 mg five times a day). It doesn't hurt that much. It's bearable. The doctor prescribed some expensive analgesic (about $8 for 10 tablets). But I'm taking a cheap one called "Dolaren." One tablet is enough to relieve the pain for about 4-5 hours.

Dear Yulia, hello. I have the same problem as you, only I fell ill 20 (!) years ago. It was a primary outbreak with rashes on my nose, left side, and head. I was only 26 years old, and all the doctors just shrugged and said that "people don't get this at such a young age." Meanwhile, I was writhing in pain on the bed, and at night, I would walk sobbing in the hallway so as not to scare my little child. Later, I couldn't even get out of bed, and my husband and grandmother had to bring me food and turn me from side to side. I had a fever and unbearable pain in my lower back, along the sciatic nerve, and in my head. The sensation was as if someone was trying to pull my spine out of my body while I was still alive. Everyone around was in shock—no one understood, and I had no one to share it with; my grandmother cried with me. All my friends were as healthy as horses, while I was making the rounds of clinics, gynecology consultations, and even went to an oncology center. And all of this in St. Petersburg!!! None of the doctors could diagnose what was wrong with me, can you imagine?

One fine day, I fainted in the metro and was taken by ambulance to a hospital, where they decided that a young woman fainting must be due to acute inflammation of the adnexa, of course. So they started injecting me with gonovaccine (probably many women have gone through this while treating adnexitis). How I didn't die there is a mystery. My temperature dropped to 34°C, and my blood pressure was 80/40. They decided they needed to get rid of this strange patient urgently and discharged me with excruciating pain in my sciatic nerve. Then it was all sad again—I went to the gynecology consultation and begged the head doctor in her office to do anything with me so I could at least get a little sleep. Painkillers didn't help. And then a severe depression set in, complicated by claustrophobia (which has stayed with me for life) and panic attacks. The head doctor took pity and honestly said, "Yulia, I don't know what's wrong with you, but let's try physical therapy—it can't get any worse for you." And after 5 sessions, the pain became dull and bearable. But it tormented me (remember, a 26-year-old beautiful young woman) for a YEAR.... It's hard to write this, but I'm pushing through my reluctance because I really want to help you and wish you to meet competent doctors. Hello, where are they???

Dear Yulia,
It's me again—also Yulia.
I'm writing the second part of my sorrowful message.
The local doctor at the clinic (who was later fired for selling sick leave certificates) said, "Well, now just hold on, all sorts of infections will come after you." I didn't pay much attention to it, but in vain—I had just recovered and started sleeping when tonsillitis began, which smoothly turned into sinusitis. They punctured both sinuses, then immediately came the flu, and it all took off from there...
At that time, I could afford not to work (my husband could support me and our child), otherwise we would have starved. No employer would have kept me—I was sick for 3-4 months straight! One thing just flowed into another. I started losing consciousness during illnesses—thank God, the doctors in neurology helped. For 3 (three!!) years, I took Dilantin every day, and they lifted the epileptiform status from me.
By nature, I was very cheerful, sociable, plus I had a striking appearance. And no one even guessed what terrible medications I had to take, as my nervous system was seriously damaged. It wasn't just Dilantin but also strong sleeping pills and antidepressants. They constantly gave me IV drips in courses with Analgin and Diphenhydramine. It never occurred to anyone that this wasn't a neurological disorder but the aftermath of damage from shingles.
My personality became depressive, tearful, and hysterical.

Someone might be reading this and laughing, but believe me—this is a very low-quality life.

I confided in a loyal friend and went to get tested for all hidden infections and AIDS (I thought it was the end of my life). At my own expense, they found chlamydia, and a venerologist prescribed a very expensive course of treatment. I bought it—I was ready to do anything. I underwent treatment, and while taking the medication, my blood pressure started rising to dangerously high levels. And I was only 33 years old! That’s how I developed hypertension, and for the next 10 years, I was treated for that as well. The ambulance came so many times—I even knew all the teams on duty and felt shame and guilt. But they pitied me and said, "Don’t be embarrassed, it’s not your fault," and shared simple secrets on how to help myself when it became unbearable. So, what do I have as a result?

To all my sufferings, inflammation of the trigeminal nerve was added (I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy). I would wrap myself in a downy shawl, wind another shawl over my cheek, and sit there, rocking from the pain in the dark, as a terrible migraine with photophobia had also set in. When the pain subsided, I was happy to escape outside and simply walk with my friends, enjoying life. Yes, forgive me—this is all so lyrical. My husband and I divorced, and I began to waste away further on sleeping pills and sedatives (they even prescribed phenobarbital for some reason!!!).

I finally went back to work, but I would work for two months and then be on sick leave for two. The clinic was a departmental one, and I was kept on the job only thanks to my mother—she was a very authoritative figure in that field. Later, I started taking unpaid leave and eventually resigned altogether. I began buying medical textbooks and reference books for specialists and finally started to understand something. Then, rashes appeared on my thighs, my legs cramped up, and I walked with a limp during the day. Meanwhile, I had already turned 33. So many tears and sufferings—it was terrifying. I tried Zovirax for the first time, but the pain didn't go away. Intercostal neuralgia started, lasting for months at a time. In the summer heat, I would wear a pepper plaster under my clothes just to be able to move somehow. Whenever I got stressed—a wild flare-up, pain all over my body, my neck wouldn't turn. It feels like I'm 80–90 years old.

An immunologist prescribed a treatment course—
Acyclovir 400 mg * 3 times a day for 10 days. Immunomax 200 IU intramuscularly 6 times every other day. And for pain—a new medication (and as the doctor said, still not widely tested) Lyrica (Germany). Yulia, forgive me for this cry from the heart—but I've wanted to share this for 20 years. Be cautious with doctors. The treatment course is expensive; I read the instructions and got upset—they prescribe the same for AIDS. That means these medications will drain the body's last strength. I'll try...

Sorry for the confusion and excessive emotion. But living in St. Petersburg, I haven't been able to receive adequate treatment for my illness for 20 years! This isn't even like Asia; it's some kind of impenetrable medical backwardness. With respect to all fellow sufferers, Yulia.

For postherpetic neuralgia, Finlepsin and Tebantin work well (the latter is more expensive but has fewer side effects). Other pain relievers (except for narcotic ones) are a waste of money.

Hellish pains, I can hardly sleep at night.
Even the narcotic Tramadol doesn't help.

I was prescribed Gabapentin for the pain, I'll report back.

gabagama

Besides acyclovir, nothing else will help... I was in so much pain that it hurt to breathe... I was afraid to take a deep breath...

I used acyclovir and applied gentian violet to the rash for two weeks... It seems there are no other prescriptions to stop it.

The same thing described on this forum. The external symptoms have disappeared, but the severe pain remains. The dermatologist recommended Milgamma. It's vitamins, a month-long course—no improvement! Does anyone know anything?

The rash has cleared, but the pain (in episodes) remains. I started taking Cycloferon, Piracetam, and at night Nimid and Corvaltab, which have eased it a bit. Now, a specific itch has started, so I bought allergy tablets.

All this "beauty" was on the right side of my chest around the nipple and back. At work and at night, I wrap it with an elastic bandage, which helps me a lot.

It's been a month since the onset of the illness.

Hello everyone! I wanted to know if young people get ringworm? For example, I'm 20. And if anyone around that age has encountered this disease, I'd like to know what the causes were?

Hello, everyone. Could you please tell me what the symptoms of postherpetic neuralgia are? My mother had herpes zoster (shingles), and for four years now, she has been experiencing dull pains in that area, which subside when she lies down. My mother says it's not neuralgia but pain from her spine. The doctors have different opinions. Finlepsin hardly helped at all. What could this be?

I was treated for shingles in the hospital, the inflammation was reduced, but the pain remains in my lower back and abdomen. I don't know what to do. I'm going to the immunology center tomorrow for tests, but I don't know what or how, and I'm not counting on success... It's awful... I read here how people suffer and realized what awaits me!!!!!!!

Daisy, I'm also 20 and I have shingles. So it seems young people get it too.

I was prescribed Herpevir tablets and Acyclovir ointment, plus treatment with Fukortsin. I'm on my second day of treatment and noticed 2 new spots. Can anyone tell me if spots appeared during treatment for them? Is this normal? I thought the spots should stop appearing.

I understand you very well. I had shingles twice in the same spot, which damaged my sciatic nerve. It turned out the cause was stress. What helped me very effectively and quickly was taking Valavir according to the regimen of 1000 mg three times a day, along with applying Herpevir ointment and an alcohol tincture of propolis. Get well soon!

Anna, read my posts from numbers 20 to 25, and you'll understand what signs I'm referring to. You're unlikely to find more details elsewhere.

And I also want to suggest: dear forum members, let's support each other at least morally. And if any of us comes across useful information or a competent doctor regarding this terrible issue, please share it immediately with our fellow sufferers.

Hello. I just read this and I'm horrified. My little girl is one year and eight months old, and we also have shingles. The doctors are at a loss and say it will stay for life. I don't know what to do. Can you tell me what can be given at such a young age and will it go away?

Katya, read all the posts again. This never goes away. You must give the girl vitamins, constantly make sure she doesn't catch a cold. She also can't be in direct sunlight—it could cause a flare-up. I'm writing this based on my doctor's advice (he's a professor-immunologist). Develop a gentle routine for her—more sleep than other children, no excessive fatigue, etc. I sincerely advise you to find a competent, sensible doctor (preferably one who graduated from university not too long ago). Young doctors are up to date on these viruses.

Yulia, could you please tell me how the medication Lyrica is working for you? It was prescribed to my mother as well, and her pain has lessened, BUT after two weeks, her blood pressure dropped, her temperature was 35°C, she had nausea and complete exhaustion. She stopped taking it and said she won't go back to the doctor. How has it been for you?

Anna, my lyrical side just didn't "take off" - it's impossible to work with her, and I need to lie at home in a daze. She really dulled my mind.

Currently (two weeks ago, there was another severe flare-up), I'm taking Neurontin (300 mg three times a day), injecting Milgamma daily at 2 mg, and taking Valtrex (500 mg twice a day). I went for another appointment with the immunology professor I'm being treated by (by the way, a sensitive and caring person), who ordered me to retake the interferon status and immunogram tests. I've done them. Now I'm waiting for the results - then the doctor will decide which immunomodulators can be used.

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Hello, I'm in my 8th month of pregnancy and have been treating shingles for 7 days. I have a rash on my left leg and severe pain in the same leg, which hurts both day and night. My doctor has only allowed acyclovir since pregnant women can't take strong medications. Could anyone suggest, besides compresses and wrapping with an elastic bandage, if there's any other way to relieve the pain without using medication?

Hello. (Note that doctors don't respond to us, and indeed, saving drowning people is the business of the drowning themselves.)

Elena, unfortunately, physical therapy is also not recommended for you. Replace the outdated acyclovir with Valtrex. It is much more effective and will help with the pain. I highly recommend visiting a good immunologist.

I've also developed a rash on my back that's spreading to my thigh. The pain is bearable but gets severe at night. I have an infant. They only prescribed Acyclovir ointment.

If you're pregnant, indeed, nothing is allowed. But nothing else will help except for one specific medicine. It's unclear why doctors still prescribe everything else. You should have urgently looked for a homeopathic doctor; they can help, and many homeopathic preparations are permissible during pregnancy.

If you're pregnant, then indeed, nothing is allowed. But nothing will help either, except for one medicine. It's unclear why doctors still prescribe everything else. You should have urgently looked for a homeopathic doctor; they help, and many homeopathic preparations are allowed during pregnancy.

In my opinion, everything written above is utter nonsense! How can homeopaths help if a herpes virus infection is a neuroinfection??? Please explain your thought.

I don't intend to explain. Homeopathy helps. And there are medicines for this. Consult a professional doctor at a homeopathic center—they'll explain everything to you. Whether you'll recover without complications or have complications depends on the extent of nerve damage, the scope and location of the infection, how advanced the disease is, the patient's immunity, and also the doctor's professionalism. By calling this utter nonsense, you're accountable for your words. Have you been treated, do you know of any recovery cases? And then—if a person is pregnant, it's important to lower the pain threshold—and homeopathy is harmless to the fetus, unlike allopathy and serious medications like Finlepsin.