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Shingles?

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Lostoldusername · 19/11/2019 13:58

I've got a sore cluster of red spots on my neck below my ear.
They feel like a burn, and that side of my face hurts.
Been to the GP who suggested it was shingles but just said to ride it out. Am I supposed to have been given any meds? They started on Sundsy so wonder when they may start to get worse as I've heard it can be very painful.
Just tired and a headache symptom wisr at the moment.

OP posts:
alltalknobaby · 19/11/2019 14:07

You need antiviral meds. The sooner you start them the sooner they work. Go back to the GP ASAP!

ElBanana · 19/11/2019 14:13

Get back to the doctor now!

You should be given acyclovir anti-viral tablets and amytriptiline (excuse spelling) to appease the nerve pain.

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