Just coming off the shingles battle
I took a shower and noticed these red spots on my stomach but didn't have the slightest idea what they were. Didn't hurt or itch so I was pleased. I happened to mention to DW the latest body breakdown and she immediately called doctor for an appointment. Yup, I had them. Valtrex for 10 days which makes you nauseous and of course the fun started with the sensitivity. Taking a shower was almost torture with the water touching my skin. Because I'm on Coumadin I could only take Tylenol for pain which helped a little. It has now been 2 1/2 months and although the blisters are gone the discomfort still remains. Fortunately not to the level that it was in the beginning but now it's like a feeling of having a constant sunburn in certain areas and in one arm it's the feeling of it being asleep. Once I return to normal (soon I hope) I will definitely make plans to have the vaccination. It is well worth the expense for a little insurance against another bout.
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