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Shingles Be Gone!

The Horrible, Nasty Shingles Read More ▶

Shingles Fact and Fiction

Shingles is a real pain! Over the years I have seen many cases of shingles. I have also heard a lot of things about shingles--… Read More ▶

My Shingles Story

I had shingles when i was in fourth grade. fourth grade! it doesn't happen to just old people. i was a healthy kid, and now… Read More ▶

What is the Varicella-Zoster Virus?

You may not have heard of the Varicella-Zoster virus (VZV), but I bet you ve heard of chickenpox. You ve probably had them. Varicella-Zoster is… Read More ▶

Does Age Have Anything To Do With Developing Shingles?

A Description of Shingles Everyone may be at risk for contracting shingles. Shingles is a viral infection that is caused by the awakening of the… Read More ▶

Can Shingles Be Treated?

Currently, there exists no cure for shingles, only methods to decrease outbreaks and manage symptoms. There is also no 100 effective way to prevent shingles… Read More ▶

What are the Symptoms of Shingles?

There are three stages of the shingles, also known as herpes zoster, infection that are accompanied by different symptoms through stage progression. It is not… Read More ▶

Are Women At Special Risk For Shingles?

Women are definitely at special risk from shingles because they have the gift of giving life. If you get maternal chickenpox, it is very possible… Read More ▶