- Female
- 60 Years
- 29/01/2025
My mom is about 60 and has been diagnosed with Shingles. It all started with back pain last Sunday and within a week, red rashes appeared on her back. We initially assumed it was due to the hot weather, but our family doctor confirmed it's Shingles. She's been in a lot of pain and says it's burning. We're pretty worried about it. Should we consult a skin specialist for this? What should we do next?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Yes visit Dermatologist for appropriate management
Dr. Dr Khaleel Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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