Case Summary | Shingles
| Condition | Skin Shingles (Herpes zoster) |
| Case Description | I broke out in large clusters of blister all up and down my right arm, on my right hand, and over the top and back of my shoulder. Extremely sore and felt like my skin was on fire. |
| Dates | July 16, 2009 - August 4, 2009 |
| Diagnosed On | July 18, 2009 |
| Diagnosis Method | Doctor Examination |
| Treatment Combo | Rest + Motrin - Ibuprofen |
| Treatment Result | Healed |
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| Gender: | Female |
| Age | 55 |
| Weight | 165 pounds |
| Height: | 5 Feet 7 Inches |
| About me: | Avid walker and gardener. |
Case History & Details
| Treatment Combo | Antibiotic Ointment + Sleeveless and Cotton Shirts |
| Treatment Result | Helped a lot |
| Description | Some of the blisters broke and oozed, so we used antibacterial ointment to avoid infection. Heavier fabrics rubbed and irritated the skin, so light and absorbent shirts were worn. |
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| Treatment | Ice |
| Treatment Result | No change |
| Description | Ice did not help much. |
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