January 10, 2024
Can I get shingles over and over again?
Biology/Immunity Infectious DiseasesRoopa Seshadri, PhD, AM
Although not very common, getting shingles more than once is possible. The shingles vaccine can reduce the chance of recurrence. If you have had shingles, there is a small chance that you will get it again. This is called recurrent shingles. This is really understudied, and not a lot is known about why or how Read more…
Although not very common, getting shingles more than once is possible. The shingles vaccine can reduce the chance of recurrence. If you have had shingles, there is a small chance that you will get it again. This is called recurrent shingles. This is really understudied, and not a lot is known about why or how Read more…