So sorry to hear that you have shingles. I know how painful it can be as my mum had it too and hers was brought on by stress..poor thing not only did she have rheumatoid arthritis severely she also got psoriasis and then shingles. Mum just worried about everything so the only advice which other ladies have given as well is for you not to stress which is easier said than done so take care of yourself and rest whenever you can. Her shingles did go away with no lasting pain so hope that is also the case with you.