Differential diagnosis of herpes zoster / shingles are :
-herpes simplex
-contact dermatitis
-prodromal pain mimics angina, appendicitis, biliary colic, renal colic, peptic ulcer disease
-erysipelas
-varicella / chicken pox
-herpes simplex
-contact dermatitis
-prodromal pain mimics angina, appendicitis, biliary colic, renal colic, peptic ulcer disease
-erysipelas
-varicella / chicken pox