In this episode of the Desperate for a Diagnosis podcast, host Laura Nozicka welcomes communications professional Judy, who shares her harrowing journey through misdiagnosis. Judy recounts her development of shingles, initially mistaken for cluster headaches, which eventually led to a painful condition known as postherpetic neuralgia. The discussion covers her myriad symptoms, including blisters, severe pain, and itching, as well as her experiences with various treatments and support groups. Judy's advocacy for the shingles vaccine is highlighted, emphasizing the importance of vaccination to prevent such debilitating conditions. 00:00 Introduction: The Struggle for a Diagnosis01:13 Meet Judy: A Journey of Misdiagnosis04:12 The Shingles Diagnosis: A Painful Revelation06:42 The Battle with Shingles: Symptoms and Misdiagnoses11:05 Hospitalization and Treatment Challenges13:16 Living with Postherpetic Neuralgia25:30 Personal Struggles with Shingles26:04 Pain Management and Treatments28:04 Exploring Surgical Options29:45 Advocating for Shingles Vaccination32:14 Alternative Therapies and Financial Strain37:15 Support Groups and Community Stories38:50 The Role of Stress in Shingles43:44 Writing and Sharing the Experience47:28 Final Thoughts and Advice48:33 Conclusion and Podcast Wrap-UpConnect with Judy [email protected] with LauraEmail: [email protected]: www.desperateforadiagnosis.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/DesperateForADiagnosisPodcastYouTube @desperateforadiagnosis ⁠Instagram -  @desperateforadiagnosis 

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