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Shingles relief and pesticide notes from Dr. Alvarez
Emeritus Mayo Foundation physician Dr. Walter C. Alvarez discusses long lasting shingles pain in elderly patients and explains it stems from the chickenpox virus. He notes limited curative options, endorses Percodan for pain, and warns against addiction while addressing public concerns about DDT and a nose obstruction with potential sinus or other causes.
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Walter C. Alvarez
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