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What Causes Shock Like Feeling In Arm After Shingles?

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Question : Am getting shocks in my arm after shingles how can I control it
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Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (53 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Considerations

Detailed Answer:
You might benefit from a medication called gabapentin which has been used for nerve irritation and nerve pain after shingles.

Physical therapy may also be helpful.

Please review these options with your primary care physician.

Sincerely,

Dr. Galamaga
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What Causes Shock Like Feeling In Arm After Shingles?

Brief Answer: Considerations Detailed Answer: You might benefit from a medication called gabapentin which has been used for nerve irritation and nerve pain after shingles. Physical therapy may also be helpful. Please review these options with your primary care physician. Sincerely, Dr. Galamaga