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Suggest Treatment For Shingles Like Bumps On The Hands

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Posted on Thu, 19 Jan 2017
Question: Can you have shingles on the tops of your hands? I had shingles about three weeks ago around my mouth, lip, in my nose and inside my mouth. They are pretty dried up now. Could I get them again this soon?

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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Herpes simplex

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
It must be herpes simplex and not shingles.
Herpes simplex can spread to hand from lips.
If possible upload a photograph of the involved area.
This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis and better way of management.
Waiting for your response.
Thank you.
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Suggest Treatment For Shingles Like Bumps On The Hands

Brief Answer: Herpes simplex Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query. It must be herpes simplex and not shingles. Herpes simplex can spread to hand from lips. If possible upload a photograph of the involved area. This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis and better way of management. Waiting for your response. Thank you.