Hi, @paulbklyn - having postherpetic neuralgia is painful and very uncomfortable. I had it for about 7 or so weeks after having shingles.

In my case, I took gabapentin, and didn't experience side effects and got some relief. I was scared to trial off of it when the doctor suggested it, due to fear of the itching, pain and burning coming back, but it turned out okay.

Is yours related to a case of shingles, paulbklyn? What drugs did you and your doctor try thus far?

@deloresp - that sounds very difficult to deal with postherpetc neuralgia for 4 years. What treatments have been tried thus far? What shot were you given?