<s>[INST] Hi...I am currently being treated for shingles. I am a female, age 63. My breakout is on my torso....specifically under my left breast and goes around to my back. My back does not have as many blisters, but I am experiencing backache on my left side. I have something for pain, but my question is: does back ache normally accompany shingles? Thanks for taking my question. [/INST] Hello, Based on the history given you seem to be suffering from a painful nerve conditions following shingles infection i.e. Post herpetic neuralgia. It is a complication of shingles which affects nerve fibers and skin, causing burning pain that lasts long after the rash and blisters of shingles disappear. There is no cure, but treatments can ease symptoms. For most people, post herpetic neuralgia improves over time. However, your doctor may prescribe Gabapentin or Pregabalin Chat Doctor. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. </s>