Post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN) is the most common complication following an episode of shingles and can affect up to one in five people. Pain is typically described as burning or like an electric shock and is often associated with allodynia and hyperalgesia. It can have significant effects on both physical and psychological well-being, with sleep disturbance and depression being frequently described. PHN is notoriously difficult to treat, with a significant number of patients achieving only a modest reduction in their symptoms despite combinations of analgesic agents. In this episode, Dr Kate Chesterman explores the treatment options available in primary care.

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