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Does Chicken Pox vaccine stop shingles?The varicella vaccine protects against chickenpox (varicella), a common and very contagious childhood viral illness. It also protects against shingles. It is a live attenuated vaccine, which means it contains a weakened form of the virus.
Can you get shingles without having chicken pox?The only way you can get shingles is if you've had chickenpox first. If someone has shingles and is at the blister stage when contagious, he or she could transmit the virus to you—but you would get chickenpox, not shingles.
What are the 1st signs of shingles?Symptoms. Pain, burning or tingling.. Sensitivity to touch.. A red rash that begins a few days after the pain.. Fluid-filled blisters that break open and crust over.. Itching.. |