Practice case · Moderate

Practice a shingles case

The patient says

"A burning pain started in a band on my left ribs three days ago, and yesterday a blistering rash came up in the same strip."

Patient age: 66

What you'll do

Ask the patient questions, choose which tests to order, decide on medication and next steps, then see how the patient does. You get feedback and teaching notes at the end. It's free and works in your browser.

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This case is part of a quick shift of about four patients (5–8 minutes). No account required.

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