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Is postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) contagious?

No. Once the rash of shingles has resolved, the virus is not contagious1. The pain is caused by nerve damage during the shingles infection1.

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The PHN Pain Checklist and PHN Pain Management Calendar are tools you can use to help you talk about your pain with your healthcare professional.

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Cluff RS, Rowbotham MC. Pain caused by herpes zoster infection. Neurol Clin.1998; 16(4):813-832.