Author Archives: Joe Homps

Richard asks… Can shingles cause leg pain? I’ve read online that it’s mostly chest and stomach affected, but I was wondering, can the pain and rash be on legs? I feel really unwell, and have a burning sensation on the … Continue reading →

Jenny asks… The doctor first said I have a scratched cornea and then said I have an infection behind my eye? I am writing this for my husband. He is currently laying in a dark room, trying to get away … Continue reading →

Betty asks… What is the difference between the Chicken Pox vaccine and the Shingles vaccine? I know they are both effective live attenuated vaccines, and the shingles vaccine is only recommended for people 60 and over. Are the vaccines interchangeable? … Continue reading →

Helen asks… How long should I wait before checking for Herpes symptoms? I had unprotected oral sex last night…I don’t really know the girl and I don’t want to go up to her and ask. I really hope I didn’t … Continue reading →

Lisa asks… i think my son may have chicken pox???? please help me, im tired of waiting for his doc to call!? Ok, so i might be freaking out a bit but this is my first kid and he’s never … Continue reading →

Ruth asks… forever 21? I am looking for a site that sells clothes similar to Forever 21 in style and price. admin answers: Charlotte russe. George asks… Forever 21………..? There is a store called Forever 21 aimed at women. Why … Continue reading →

David asks… I have Shingles (aka Herpes Zoster)….? At first I thought it was a bug bite…I went to the doctor and, nope, it Shingles…wow. Can I still go to school without starting an epidemic? admin answers: Your doctor should … Continue reading →

Ken asks… The doctor diagnosed me with having shingles!Aren’t shingles supposed to hurt? Alright I have had type 1 herpes for 6 months plus!I was just diagnosed with type 2 herpes on jan 16th of this year. Now my doctor … Continue reading →

Susan asks… Is shingles contagious? Need to know as a friend wants to come over tommorrow but im reluctant as he was just dianosed with it the other day. admin answers: Not really; the virus that causes it is around … Continue reading →

Sandra asks… what are the chances of me getting shingles? i had chicken pox when i was a little guy and now that i found out it can be reactivated and give me shingles i got scared shiitless i herd … Continue reading →