Herpes zoster neuralgia, among other things, is a relatively common complication of shingles, especially in the elderly, and the pain is really excruciating. So what exactly should be done to relieve it? The following methods are commonly used: First, the application of nerve-nourishing drugs, such as the commonly used combination of vitamin B1 and methylcobalamin. Second, oral and external pain medications, commonly used oral drugs such as gabapentin capsules, pregabalin capsules, etc., external use can be used capsaicin ointment, compound lidocaine ointment, etc.. Thirdly, you can do physical therapy, such as semiconductor laser, red light or TDP magic lamp. Through these physical therapy to repair the damaged nerve, to promote the role of recovery. Fourthly, if the pain is obvious, nerve block treatment can be considered if necessary. There are still more treatment methods for herpes zoster neuralgia, you can use one of the above or a combination of several, but of course you must go to the hospital and have a professional physician determine the treatment plan according to the specific situation.