Hi, my name is Butty56! I have PHN is around right eye and the right side of forehead. any advice?

Butty56
Butty56 Community Member Posts: 2 Listener
edited May 2024 in Start here and say hello!

Hi to all members.

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  • Butty56
    Butty56 Community Member Posts: 2 Listener

    I have had PHN for almost three years after having shingles. the area I have PHN is around my right eye and the right side of my forehead. I hve been presribed Gabapentin 900mg three times a day and amitriptyline 50mg taken at night.

    I was referred to the pain clinic and they injected me with a nerve blocker but sadly this did not work.

    I have itching and pain most of the day.

    Has anyone out there got any helpfull information please

  • Albus_Alumni
    Albus_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 11,373 Championing

    Heya @Butty56 and welcome to the community. :)

    I'm sorry to hear you're having issues with PHN and it's a pity the nerve blocker hasn't helped. Has your GP been able to offer any other suggestions of what to try next? Unfortunately we cannot offer medical advice on the community.

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