[73F] Experiencing sunburn-like sensation without redness
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Arora's Assessment
What might be happening
Based on the information you have provided, the following conditions could be causing your symptoms:
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Postherpetic Neuralgia: This is a complication of shingles, which is caused by the chickenpox (herpes zoster) virus. It affects nerve fibers and skin, causing a burning sensation even without a rash present. Even though you have not had shingles, you mentioned you had the shingles shot, which could potentially cause similar symptoms in rare cases.
- Treatment usually involves medications to help manage the pain, such as topical treatments, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, and opioids.
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Allodynia: This is a type of pain where the skin feels sensitive or painful to touch, even without visible signs of injury or rash. It is commonly associated with conditions like fibromyalgia, migraines, neuropathy, and postherpetic neuralgia.
- Treatment usually involves managing the underlying condition, and may include medications, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes.
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Peripheral Neuropathy: This is a result of damage to your peripheral nerves, often causing weakness, numbness and pain, usually in your hands and feet, but it can also affect other areas of your body.
- Treatment usually involves managing the underlying condition, and may include medications, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes.
What you can do
You should make an appointment with your healthcare provider to discuss these symptoms. They may want to perform some tests to determine the cause of your symptoms. In the meantime, you can try over-the-counter pain relievers to help manage your discomfort.
What you should look out for
You should seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of the following:
- Severe pain
- Rapid onset of symptoms
- Symptoms spreading to other areas of your body
- Loss of sensation or movement
Please remember that while I strive to provide accurate information, I am not a doctor and this advice should not replace a consultation with a healthcare provider.
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9 mo ago