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From: Kevin Harfoot

Q :  I had Shingles about 18 months and have now got a similar pain down the right hand side of my body. Is it possible to catch shingles twice and if so, does it come back even worst ? Many Thanks. K.Harfoot

Answer : Hello Kevin. You may have a condition called post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN). PHN pain persists long after the shingles rash heals. Although invisible, the virus of herpes zoster can cause damage to the nerves, resulting in mild to severe pain. This pain of PHN may be sharp, piercing, throbbing or stabbing and may result in intolerable skin sensitivity to even the lightest touch. PHN occurs more often in older people and can last for months and even years. However, the good news is that for most people who develop PHN, the pain will gradually resolve with time. And today there are multiple treatment options that do result in pain relief for those suffering from PHN. Please consult your physician for a better and more accurate diagnosis. 

Source : www.aftershingles.com/phn.html

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