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Shingles: Symptoms, Cause and Treatment

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Joe Homps

Shingles: Symptoms, Cause and Treatment Shingles, also called Herpes Zoster, is an outbreak of rash or blisters on the skin that is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox – the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). The varicella-zoster virus is now … Continue reading →

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How long did the symptoms of shingles last?

Posted on April 3, 2011 by Joe Homps

Mark asks… How long did the symptoms of shingles last for your child? I am looking for more information directed to children then adults. My daughter is 10 and was diagnosed with shingles yesterday. I’m wondering how long the pain, … Continue reading →

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