Shingles is related to chickenpox because it is caused by the same type of virus known as the varicella-zoster virus. However, a person usually gets chickenpox first. Shingles is then caused by a reactivation from the varicella zoster virus, which remains dormant in the dorsal root ganglia along the spine even after symptoms of chickenpox subside, and …
With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the top priority on every person’s mind is to be vaccinated against COVID-19. However, many people are concerned, and rightfully so, about the impact of this new vaccination on their vaccination schedule. This is exceptionally true for older adults who may have had their shingles vaccination scheduled, only to be …
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There are many misconceptions about shingles, and for those who have never had it, it can be hard to understand the symptoms. One common misconception is that one only gets shingles on the torso or the face. This is not true! One can get shingles anywhere on their body, including in their legs. The pain …
You may have heard that shingles is contagious. You might be wondering how contagious shingles actually are and whether or not you should be worried about catching it from someone else. This blog post will discuss the causes of shingles and the risks of being exposed to it to help you make an educated decision …
Shingles is a common health condition that affects many people. It is caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus and can be pretty painful. The rash usually occurs on one side of the body or face, lasts about 3 to 5 weeks, and then disappears without any scarring. However, for other individuals (especially those …
