Shingles and the Shingles Vaccine: Get the Facts — Dear Pandemic - Dear Pandemic

Shingles is a painful, blistering rash that often develops in a stripe that wraps around one side of the body or face. Besides the rash, symptoms include

Shingles is treated with antiviral medication (which can shorten how long your illness lasts) and with pain relievers. The antivirals are most effective when theyre started early on, so dont wait for… [+4829 chars]

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