Search results for shingles
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Shingles
Find out about shingles, including symptoms and what to do if you think you have it.
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Shingles vaccine
Find out about the shingles vaccine, including who it's for, how to get it and possible side effects.
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Aciclovir: medicine for cold sores, chickenpox and shingles
NHS medicines information on aciclovir – what it's used for, side effects, dosage and who can take it.
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How long is someone contagious after a viral infection?
How long you're contagious after a viral infection depends on the virus that caused the infection. You can spread most viral infections before you start feeling unwell or notice a rash.
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Post-herpetic neuralgia
Read about post-herpetic neuralgia, which is persistent nerve pain at the site of a previous episode of shingles.
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Chickenpox
Chickenpox is a very contagious infection that causes an itchy, spotty rash. Read NHS information about chickenpox symptoms and when to get medical advice.
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What if I'm pregnant and I haven't had chickenpox?
If you’re pregnant and you haven’t had chickenpox, or you’re not sure if you have, avoid contact with anyone who has chickenpox or shingles.