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                        Reg, I am a 41 yr. old female with a similar problem.  I have recurring internal shingles and they seem to be getting more frequent lately.  I am not having much luck with proper diagnosis or treatment because mine only last a few days and don't behave like normal shingles.  I am seeing a new doctor next week and will write if anything good comes of it but my experience so far is most doctors don't understand it.  Good luck to you.