I went back to my GP today for a f/u from last weeks visit. He advised some of the same as the other doc in his practice last week. The anti viral meds won't work because I am too far along. He did prescribe a Lidocaine patch that I apply for 12 hours to my neck to help with the nerve pain. AND, he said the "mother" shingle on my cheek is no such thing...in fact, he gave me an asap referral to a dermatologist for a biopsy....

So there....I feel better...I think