In a message dated 3/19/99 6:45:04 PM, you wrote: <<I've also heard that Gold Bond powder is very effective. >> Hmmmm...... Gold Bond Powder sprinkled over wet Caladryl is fantastic for shingles. Good suggestion. I'll try it. The temperature hasn't crept above 10 degrees since Thanksgiving; the name "hot spots" sends me into fits of laughter! Thanks - Kathy & Fawn