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Transplant and shingles: How do I know I'm over it?
Transplants | Last Active: Jan 28, 2022 | Replies (13)Comment receiving replies
Hello @pinkpam,
I had the same question after a bout with Shingles a little over a year ago. My rash was small and disappeared quite quickly after I took the anti-viral med. The intense pain, however, was really terrible and I took a lot of Gabapentin to deal with the pain. Even though it has been a year since my bout with Shingles, the pain still comes on a pretty regular basis, especially if I'm overly tired or stressed.
I asked my PCP if I should keep the anti-viral on hand and she said that I should just notify the office if it comes back. However, your transplant team may provide you with another answer given your transplant history.
How intense is your pain right now?
I look forward to hearing from you. Will you post again after your appointment and let me know what has been suggested for you?
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after appt : I was able to get a follow up -3 appt. and can cancel if need. I also was able to get some more valtrax if i need that. I take Norco 1/2 or whole pill as needed from my primary. Made a quiche and lunch then 1/2 norco since the pain was bad. PA thinks i should be done with this in 2 weeks as my rash is better. Timing couldn't be worst as I'm afraid I'll get the virus - oh hum double masking and wearing mittens everywhere
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Valtrax seem like a safe and common drug - i hope she will give me a script to take as needed for flare ups. I have pain in the am and at 3 in the afternoon. Wrapping gifts yesterday hurt it. - I'll let you know how appt goes.