I came down with them last November and I still am having trouble with them. My doctor prescribed pain pills for them. I had chicken pox as a kid. My doctor wants me to get the shingles vacination but have to wait until November. You have to wait for one year after you come down with them. I broke out twice. I thought I was over them and then I had the second go around. They are sooooooooooooo painful. I will sure pray for you.