A. A. A. Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), also called reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome, is a chronic pain condition in which high levels of nerve impulses are sent to an affected site. Experts believe that CRPS occurs as a result of dysfunction in the central or peripheral nervous systems.
Symptoms of Shingles on scalp. Nerve Pain. The first symptom of shingles outbreak is pain occurring along the path of the nerve in which varicella-zoster virus has become reactivated. The pain varies in intensity between individuals from mild to very intense.
The painful rash may be in the area of your ear or eye. When shingles occurs on the head or scalp, symptoms can include headaches and weakness of one side of the face, which causes that side of the face to look droopy. The symptoms usually go away eventually, but it may take many months. Put cool, moist washcloths on the rash. 2  Rest in bed during the early stages if you have fever and other symptoms. 3  Try not to let clothing or bed linens rub against the rash and irritate it. 4  Call your healthcare provider right away if: You develop worsening pain or fever.