Postherpetic Neuralgia Treatment in Hyderabad
Specialized Relief for Long-Lasting Nerve Pain After Shingles
If you’re experiencing burning, stabbing, or persistent pain even weeks or months after a shingles rash has healed, you may be suffering from Postherpetic Neuralgia (PHN). At Sree Sreyas Hospital, we offer advanced, non-surgical treatments to relieve this nerve-related pain and help restore your quality of life.
What is Postherpetic Neuralgia?
Postherpetic Neuralgia is a complication of shingles (herpes zoster), a viral infection caused by the reactivation of the chickenpox virus. In some patients—especially older adults—nerve fibers remain damaged after the rash heals, resulting in persistent nerve pain in the affected area. This condition can be long-lasting and deeply distressing without appropriate medical intervention.
Symptoms of Postherpetic Neuralgia
You may have PHN if you are experiencing:
Burning, aching, or stabbing pain in the area of a previous shingles outbreak
Sensitivity to light touch or even clothing brushing against the skin
Itching, numbness, or tingling in the same region
Pain that lasts more than 3 months after the shingles rash has healed
Disrupted sleep, fatigue, anxiety, or depression due to chronic pain
Risk Factors & Causes
PHN is more likely to develop in individuals who:
Had a severe or widespread shingles outbreak
Are above the age of 50
Experienced delayed antiviral treatment for shingles
Have weakened immune systems
Have underlying nerve disorders or chronic conditions
Our Treatment Approach at Sree Sreyas Hospital
We offer a comprehensive, personalized treatment plan to relieve nerve pain, restore function, and improve daily comfort:
✅ Medication Management – Including anticonvulsants, antidepressants, and topical creams
✅ Nerve Block Injections – Targeted pain relief through local anesthetic blocks
✅ Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) – Minimally invasive treatment to reduce nerve signal transmission
✅ Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) – Non-invasive therapy to modulate pain
✅ Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation – To regain skin sensitivity and ease discomfort
✅ Counseling & Support – For patients coping with emotional distress due to chronic pain
Why Choose us?
Sree Sreyas Hospital offers expert care for back pain with specialized pain management doctors, advanced diagnostics, and non-surgical treatment options. We provide personalized rehab plans and focus on long-term relief through a patient-centric approach and dedicated follow-up care.
