HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Treatment For Shingles With Excess Leg Pain

I had shingles 2 weeks ago I ve taken the medicine for 7 days now after a week I ve been fighting pain in my leg to where I can hardly sleep at night I work most of the day and seem to do better when I m active but in the middle of the nite I m up for 2 or 3 hours I have not taken anything except anvil it dose t help what can I do
Fri, 19 Jan 2018
Report Abuse
Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Dear patient
pain due to shingles is known for long time persistence. This is due to neural involvement. You should start tab Norpregalin which contains nortrypriline and pregalin. it is very helpful for pain relief in shingles. Continue it for month once a day.
if not helping please consult physician around you.
I find this answer helpful

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Treatment For Shingles With Excess Leg Pain

Dear patient pain due to shingles is known for long time persistence. This is due to neural involvement. You should start tab Norpregalin which contains nortrypriline and pregalin. it is very helpful for pain relief in shingles. Continue it for month once a day. if not helping please consult physician around you.