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Old 11-06-2009, 12:34 PM
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I wonder if this could be a shingles activation?

Viruses like Herpes zoster, can reactivate when the immune system is stressed. This can be tested for, a blood test.

It is also possible to get systemic Herpes simplex... and tingling precedes its eruptions too.

I would really demand some testing for both. Antiviral drugs like Valtrex or Famvir or acyclovir can really help if this is the case.
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