Originally Posted by
Dr. Manhattan
To all reading : (especially the respected MDs here)
Given the topic, I thought I would request thoughts/feedback on how lifting (not to failure and no PRs) would affect (or not) recovery from viral infection (shingles). I'm a week in and rash is healing, but pain still exists in places; it has improved. Been on valacyclovir for 5 days and it seems to be doing its job in reducing the potential duration.
Location: head; right side (rash on front quarter); blisters gone now - a couple of scabs and generally looks ugly but otherwise seems much improved
Pain began: 1 week ago; drastic reduction from 7-8; now to 2-3.
Diagnosis-Rash appearance: ~5 days ago
Rest: slept minimum 9 hours daily since infection; lots of rest during day (I work from home)
Age: 47 (male); good (enough) condition/healthy
I was considering some light lifting today just to get some exercise, loosen up. If the wise members here have sage advice, I'm all ears.