DawnM Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 I have a horrible rash that started yesterday on my right shoulder. It has now gone all the way down my chest. it is like a really bad sunburn. It burns, is hot, and hurts! It doesn't have any blisters or bumps but it is oozing anyway. I didn't have a clue what it was until I had my husband take a look about 30 min. ago. The only Urgent Care that is open is over a 2 hour wait. I can wait until morning, right? UGH! Dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OK Family Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 My husband had shingles last year and was miserable. We applied lysine cream to the rash. That was a major help. I'll have to look up the dosage but he also took lysine capsules. Ill ask him what else he took. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
City Mouse Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Yep, sounds like shingles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 sounds like shingles. I thought there was something you can take at the initial outbreak and it greatly reduces it's length and severity,. It may be worth it to do that awful wait, but do some research first. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El... Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Aw, I'm sorry! Someone close to me went through that and the meds really helped her hurt less. I hope you are able to get taken care of soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 The faster you get to the doctor, the more likely they will be able to help. I think antivirals will only help within a certain time frame. So, go to the doctor, ASAP! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 The faster you get to the doctor, the more likely they will be able to help. I think antivirals will only help within a certain time frame. So, go to the doctor, ASAP! :iagree: Go get in the car right now. I'll wait.... :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCB Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 I'm not sure that it is shingles. I'm pretty sure that shingles goes more horizontally than vertically. We used to have to ask (on the triage line) if very light touching of the rash caused a horrible nervy burning pain, and if it did this was indicative of shingles. It might be something else, but if it is shingles, the earlier you can get the antiviral the better. Sorry. Hope you're better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 I'm not sure that it is shingles. I'm pretty sure that shingles goes more horizontally than vertically. We used to have to ask (on the triage line) if very light touching of the rash caused a horrible nervy burning pain, and if it did this was indicative of shingles. It might be something else, but if it is shingles, the earlier you can get the antiviral the better. Sorry. Hope you're better soon. I had shingles on my face. It was the nerve group that goes diagonally from the bridge of the nose across the forehead up into the hair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 I had blisters when I got shingles. They were all on my right hand and up my arm. I hope you get seen and get relief soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted January 9, 2014 Author Share Posted January 9, 2014 I decided to wait until morning. I wasn't even sure I could find a pharmacy open anywhere close to get the meds this late. This town shuts down early…..grrrr….. I am hearing that shingles CAN present differently in different people and just because the rash isn't horizontal or on my torso, it doesn't mean it is not shingles. I will be calling the doctor AT 8am when they open and if they can't see me, I will go to Urgent Care closer to me. Dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmrich Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Hope you can sleep. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mama Geek Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 I hope it is not shingles, my FIL had problems for months because of it and was miserable. It aged him a fair amount in that time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted January 9, 2014 Author Share Posted January 9, 2014 Well, I slept most of the night. I woke up a few times, but overall got adequate sleep. I will call at 8am. Honestly, it feel better this am. Maybe it is something other than shingles……hopefully I will find out soon. Dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faline Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Maybe you could try a chiropractor. I've never had shingles, but my chiro told me he has great success in treating shingles, even people who struggled with it for months. Not sure if just any chiro could help as they're all different, but maybe (if you're lucky) you could find one who deals w/shingles. Hope you feel better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SquirrellyMama Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 I had shingles on my face. It was the nerve group that goes diagonally from the bridge of the nose across the forehead up into the hair. This is what I had also. No fun! Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted January 9, 2014 Author Share Posted January 9, 2014 Ok…..back from the doctor…..NOT SHINGLES! Whew! It is a chemical burn and as we talked the only thing I could come up with was that I had set my bra down in the bathroom or laundry room on some chemicals of some sort. It may very well have been the new/strong Kaboom cleaner I bought to clean that nasty old shower we have. I had a bad reaction. So, he prescribed antibiotics and ointment. It is infected. Glad I didn't venture out at midnight last night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mama Geek Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Glad that it wasn't more serious Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbutton Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 I hope it is not shingles, my FIL had problems for months because of it and was miserable. It aged him a fair amount in that time. I realize the OP has an answer now, but just a little PSA...age is a huge factor for what kind of damage shingles will do (barring immune problems). I believe it's age 60 (but might be lower) where people start to have long-term bad stuff (like nerve damage) and significantly increased pain as a result (it's potentially painful for all, but apparently terrible as you age--I had shingles in HS, so I know it's not fun). Secondly, you can get an immunization for shingles. Ask your doctor if it's recommended for you. I am not sure if you need the shot if you've already had shingles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted January 10, 2014 Share Posted January 10, 2014 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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