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My name is Allen and I am currently taking valacyclovir hcl, 1gm tabs after being told I have shingles. I developed the singles approximately 3 weeks ago. How long will it take to be rid of shingles and the pain (from the backside of my left hip to my ankle)associated with it? Thank you for your assistance.
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Treatment of Shingles is mainly supportive. However, your doctor may prescribe antiviral medications such as acyclovir to avoid the occurrence of post-herpetic neuralgia.
In most cases, it takes few weeks for shingles to completely resolve , especially if you are taking antiviral medications .
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards, Dr. Abed Tahrawi
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How Can Shingles Be Treated?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Treatment of Shingles is mainly supportive. However, your doctor may prescribe antiviral medications such as acyclovir to avoid the occurrence of post-herpetic neuralgia. In most cases, it takes few weeks for shingles to completely resolve , especially if you are taking antiviral medications . Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Abed Tahrawi