I was able to get in with dermatology yesterday. After being told I should stay on Valtrex for one month to keep it knocked down I figured I would rather be 100% sure it's shingles before taking anti-vitals that long. Also nervous about further nerve damage so why carry that anxiety around without proper opinion.

Derm is not entirely convinced! I had a very kind lady doctor who immediately did a scrape biopsy so we will be sure and not treat the wrong thing. She thinks I may have a light eruption rash from the laser. It apparently can look like many different things and can burn and be really itchy! I will have results early next week and will post results.

I would be quite glad not to have shingles and the damage that goes with it. Still glad we are having discussion about it either way.

Hoping for the best