Mark asks…
How long did the symptoms of shingles last for your child?
I am looking for more information directed to children then adults. My daughter is 10 and was diagnosed with shingles yesterday. I’m wondering how long the pain, blisters etc. lasted with other children. It seems to be a bit different in children then adults. Any info that you may have after dealing with it as a parent would be appreciated. Thank you!
admin answers:
My middle daughter had shingles when she was 14 or 15 years old. Her symptoms lasted for 10 to 14 days, i.e. The sores, blisters, red lines that ran from her upper back to her hand. The pain was more than a week but I am not sure how long that was. She had to be put on prescription pain meds because she hurt so bad, so don’t let them tell you that they can’t give her anything for the pain.
I hope I have been at least, a little bit of help to you. Good luck and I will keep you and your daughter in my prayers.
Susan asks…
How long do the symptoms of Shingles last?
My mum had it over Christmas and she’s still not feeling like herself. She’s much better than she was but she feels washed out and exhausted and generally under the weather. Should it have cleared up by now?
admin answers:
At least 7-10 days up to a month
Sandy asks…
What is the full chronology of symptoms of shingles – from start to the very very end?
Had them for over a month and now starting to get new blisters. I’m on Acylovir, etc. They have scabbed over and now just big red blotches but I’m getting new small blisters. Do es it scar? Will it ever GO AWAY! please
admin answers:
Prodromal stage (before the rash appears)
* Pain, burning, tickling, tingling, or numbness develops in the area around the affected nerves several days before a rash begins. The discomfort occurs on a single side of the body, commonly on the chest or back, but it may occur on the abdomen, head, face, neck, or one arm or leg.
* Flu-like symptoms (usually without a fever), such as chills, stomachache, or diarrhea, may develop just before or along with the start of the rash.
* Swelling and tenderness of the lymph nodes may occur.
Active stage (rash and blisters appear)
* A rash consisting of small fluid-filled blisters develops on reddened skin on one side of your body. Fluid inside the blister is initially clear but may become cloudy after 3 to 4 days.
* The rash may occur on the forehead, cheek, nose, and around one eye (herpes zoster ophthalmicusClick here to see an illustration.), which may threaten your sight unless you receive prompt treatment.3
* Extreme pain, described as ?piercing needles in the skin,? May accompany the skin rash.
* Blisters may break open, ooze, and crust over in about 5 days. Complete healing takes about 2 to 4 weeks, although some scars may remain.2
Postherpetic neuralgia (chronic pain stage)
* Postherpetic neuralgia is the most common complication of shingles. It lasts for at least 30 days and continues for months to years. Symptoms are:5
o Aching, burning, stabbing pain in the area of the earlier shingles rash.
O Persistent pain that may linger for years.
O Extreme sensitivity to the touch.
* The pain associated with postherpetic neuralgia most commonly affects the forehead or chest, and it may make it difficult for the person to eat, sleep, and perform daily activities. It may also lead to depression.
Linda asks…
What are the symptoms of Shingles? I have been working with a woman who has now got them, am i likely to get..
them? Is it related to Chicken Pox? I have already had that. I have found 2 odd spots, one on my neck and one on my belly, both with black heads on them, i have never had these before.
admin answers:
It is related to the chicken pox virus, and tends to be in adults, but not always. I had chicken pox when I was a baby and then I got shingles when I was 11, so it isn´t restricted to adults only. It is contagious but generally only if you touch it. It looks like blisters rather than blackheads and you tend to get it in a rash rather than spots on their own. It is very itchy and very uncomfortable and not pleasant at all. Keep an eye on your spots, and see a doctor if you remain worried.
Charles asks…
what are the symptoms, treatment, and duration of shingles?
hii! my uncle has shingles and i was curious to know what the symptoms & how it could be treated. Also, how long does it take for shingles to go away?
admin answers:
An extremely painful rash around the trunk of the body, can last for weeks and recur for months. Very herpes-like in appearance and pain.
Treated with antiviral drugs. May or may not occur again.
Seriousness and duration are wholly dependent on each individuals resistance to the disease.
There is a vaccination for this disorder for people who had chicken pox as a child. Only a fool would not get this shot. Ask someone who has had the shingles about their opinion on getting a preventative vaccine if they had known then what they know now.
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