I have chronic pancreatitis and have now got shingles in the same pain area.

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I have chronic pancreatitis and now shingles and in the same pain area under my right rib. It is dreadfully painful and finding it difficult to differentiate between the two. My GP has prescribed Tramadol, antiviral drugs and paracetamol but not very affective for pain. Can anyone advise?

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