Running with shingles...

[dreams91]

I ended up with shingles (from stress) on the back of my upper thigh. The shingles make the left leg feel really weak right now. However I've been in such a groove of running every thur, sat (long run) and Monday. When do you think I can safely run again? I got them Monday night. Anyone have experience?

 

[John VN]

No experience and sorry to read about your ailment affecting your running but was wondering if you might still be able to get out and walk. Keeping the body parts moving is ideal if at all possible. Not knowing your running pace I would recommend walking as fast as comfortable.

Good luck and hope someone with experience will answer your questions.

 

[Rose&Mike]

Did your doctor put you on an anti-viral (I think that's what they are called?) When I had shingles it was so bad I had to take that and an antibiotic because they were afraid of a skin infection. I was so wiped out, I couldn't have run if I wanted to. I would talk to the doctor and see what they think--or even a pharmacist if you are on a prescription. Exercise is great, but shingles can really take a lot out of you and you don't want to make your recovery harder than it has to be. Hopefully things will be back to normal soon. Good luck!

 

[dreams91]

Did your doctor put you on an anti-viral (I think that's what they are called?) When I had shingles it was so bad I had to take that and an antibiotic because they were afraid of a skin infection. I was so wiped out, I couldn't have run if I wanted to. I would talk to the doctor and see what they think--or even a pharmacist if you are on a prescription. Exercise is great, but shingles can really take a lot out of you and you don't want to make your recovery harder than it has to be. Hopefully things will be back to normal soon. Good luck!

Yes on anti-viral meds. Yeah I was hopeful about running but there us no way! I'm exhausted! It's amazing how some smallish rash can take so much out if you!!!