Shingles? Possibly?

[Georgia 2,908]

Started having this pain on my left side in rib cage area several days ago. Gets better and worse later in day and them a day or so ago sensitive to touch/kinda burning etc. And another spot on my back - same region. Very touch sensitive and pain.

I've read up on it and a co worker has had for several months. It seems it could be beginning shingles pain before rash. I've looked at other things like pancreas, esophagus, rib cage Etc

The first night I almost went to emergency room them seemed to resolve itself and not but just a twinge for a day or two now back with a vengeance today and yesterday.

Yes. I'll go to Dr but wondering of anyone has had shingles and experienced similar. (And it's Sleeting heavily here!). Thanks in advance

[CBT 450]

My DH had shingles exactly as you describe it. He has stubborn man syndrome. Heard of it? Any way, it got so his shirt couldn't touch his skin. Then he went. His became so painful they Rx him a narcotic. They will give antivirals. Go sooner rather than later to reduce the intensity/duration of the virus. HTH. good luck.

[magtart 603]

I get shingles 2-3 times a year for the last 30 years. If you are feeling it in more than one spot you could be in for a big outbreak. The blisters come out in little roundish clusters. You should see a doctor before the blisters erupt, if at all possible.

[lsereno 2,525]

Georgia, see the Dr. SAP. If it's shingles, the sooner they treat it, the better. If it's not shingles, get the vaccine to protect yourself down the road.

Lynda

[LindafromFlorida 1,542]

So sorry! Anyone who reads this should be reminded to get that shingles vaccine. I wish you the best to get better soon.

[Georgia 2,908]

Great! And we have 2" of pure ice/sleet in our areA right now so doubtful I can even get to dr tomorrow.

Yes, Lynda, I wish I had the vaccine already.y dr wouldn't give til age 60 and I turned 60 Jan. 2.

[Georgia 2,908]

I get shingles 2-3 times a year for the last 30 years. If you are feeling it in more than one spot you could be in for a big outbreak. The blisters come out in little roundish clusters. You should see a doctor before the blisters erupt, if at all possible.

Man, that's horrible. No blisters yet but buy, pain!!!!!

[lsereno 2,525]

Maybe you can call and get a prescription for the shingles med over the phone. I don't think it would hurt you if you don't have shingles.

lynda

[LindafromFlorida 1,542]

Praying that it will not be very bad for you. Take care of yourself.

[deedadumble 1,033]

I've had shingles twice (right side on my rib cage and the left side of my head) and it's not something I ever want to go through again!

If it is shingles, the sooner you start on anti-virals the better. Delay in starting can cause the shingles to be worse and that can cause long-term issues with nerve pain. I didn't start the anti-virals for 3+ days the first time and ended up with a lot more long term pain than the second time when I started the day after.

Also, you can get the vaccine after you've had shingles. It will help prevent a re-occurrence. I wish someone had told me that after the first time.

[Georgia 2,908]

Thanks, All. Miserable, miserable night and no let up of pain. Gonna try to call Dr or go to ER if I can get down road later tpdah

[LindafromFlorida 1,542]

Get those meds immediately. So sorry!

[sarsar 824]

Let us know what happens...stay safe.

[Escape_Pod 358]

Is it an annual vaccine? I'm only in my mid-40's, but had shingles as a child, and I wonder if that doesn't make me more prone to it as I get older.

[LindafromFlorida 1,542]

Is it an annual vaccine? I'm only in my mid-40's, but had shingles as a child, and I wonder if that doesn't make me more prone to it as I get older.

It is a one time vaccine. Are you sure it was not chicken pox you had as a child? Do discuss this with your doctor. I have a friend who is never sick, and shingles put her in bed 2 weeks. You can google information too.