How Long Swelling From Shingles Last?

Posted on Fri, 25 Apr 2014

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Question : How long swelling from shingles last?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (-3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
one week

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Shingles rash evolve completely in 3 days.
Once the water filled lesions are formed, it starts healing.
It takes around 7 days for the swelling and redness to decrease and another 15 days for the skin to heal.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you

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