Myths and Facts About Shingles
Medically Reviewed by Poonam Sachdev on August 28, 2023
Written by Paul Frysh
What Is Shingles?
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Myth: Only Older People Get Shingles
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Myth: Shingles Is Rare
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Myth: It’s Not Contagious
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Myth: Chickenpox Is the Same Thing
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Myth: It’s Gone in a Few Days
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Myth: You Can’t Treat It
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Myth: You Can’t Get It More Than Once
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Myth: The Rash Is the Biggest Problem
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Fact: A Vaccine Can Help Prevent It
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Fact: Stress Can Trigger Shingles
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Fact: It Can Cause Vision Loss
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Fact: The Rash Can Get Infected
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Fact: Shingles Can Hurt Your Brain
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