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Postherpetic Neuralgia (Shingles) nerve damage

Brain & Nervous System | Last Active: Sep 14 5:11pm | Replies (122)

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@layla123

I had a bad case of Shingles three months ago and am now suffering from nerve pain. I am taking Gabapentin 300mg 3x day but it doesn’t seem to be doing much. I also take a Tramadol in the morning which helps take the edge of during the day. My doctor asked if I wanted to change to Lyrica as sometimes it works better for different people. I haven’t made the change a yet because I have read there are some side effects with Lyrica. Is there anyone out there suffering from hepatic neuralgia that has any input on how to cope with this problem?

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Hello @layla123 - I moved your discussion and combined it with an existing discussion titled, "Postherpetic Neuralgia (Shingles) nerve damage" - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/postherpetic-neuralgia-shingles-nerve-damage-around-eye-eyebrow-forehead-scalp-8/.

Although the first post was made in 2012, the discussion on how to manage this diagnosis continues to be an active conversation of members sharing what they have tried. @karenpadon2024 and @clkurth discussed a few creams that have worked some. @user_chf56161a has also discussed taking Lyrica for this condition as well and may have some experiences to share with you.

You may also be interested in checking out the lengthy discussion titled "Shingles and Postherpetic Neuralgia and Pain" - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/shingles-and-neuropathic-pain/ for additional experiences.