Neuralgia Pós Herpética | Dr. João Rizzo e Dr. Luís Josino Brasil

In today's episode of the Pain Education Project, Dr. João Rizzo talks with Dr. Luís Josino Brasil about postherpetic neuralgia, a condition that can cause intense and persistent pain after shingles. They explain what postherpetic neuralgia is, why it happens, who is most at risk, and how this pain manifests itself, often differently from other types of chronic pain. The conversation also addresses how the diagnosis is made and what the most commonly used treatment options are, including medications, complementary therapies, and interventional procedures. In addition, they discuss the importance of prevention, psychological support, and specialized follow-up to improve pain control and the quality of life of patients. If you or someone close to you lives with this type of pain, this video provides important information to understand the condition and seek appropriate treatment. 📌 Watch now and share with those who need it! 🔔 Subscribe to the channel for more content on health and quality of life. --------- Technical Director: Dr. João Marcos Rizzo - CREMERS 18903 Anesthesiologist specializing in Pain Management - RQE 42946 Production: Marcelo Cezar (www.marcelocezar.net) #educationalproject #chronicpain #chronicpains #health