My thanks to all of you for your replies to my problem. I am taking notes and have begun to implement some of your suggestions. I am trying to get to the drug and health food stores today or tomorrow for some of the supplies suggested. Your replies have helped me so much, for I have felt like this was something that I alone was battling. Many thanks, I had the Shingle Shot last year. I have never had a pronounced rash but lots and lots of itching and pain. Thanks for all of your replies and may God bless and protect us all.