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 | Lately I've seen several cases of shingles in my practice, so shingles is on my mind. We think of shingles as a rash that affects an older population, but it can occur in young adults. It seems that the young adults I see with shingles are under a lot of stress. | |
Shingles 101
Shingles is a painful rash caused by reactivation of the chicken pox virus - varicella zoster. Learn more about how shingles is contracted and what the rash looks like.
| Shingles Pictures
The shingles rash is very characteristic. Take a look at some typical shingles rashes here.
| Shingles Treatment
It is important to start treatment for shingles as quickly as possible to prevent complications. Take a look at the treatment options for shingles and its complications.
| Shingles Complications
Shingles can cause some serious complications. Learn what those are and how they can be treated.
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