Once you get shingles, can you get it again?
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Yes, you can get it again.  Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes chicken pox (stress has nothing to do with causing it).  Anytime you are exposed to the virus, you are at risk for a repeat case of shingles.
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Use Aveeno oatmeal bath powder and bath/shower oil for bathing.It helps with the itching;unfortunately there is nothing that prevents some scaring from happening.\n\nAdults can contract chicken pox.There is a vaccine availablefor those who have never contracted the disease.If a person has had chicken pox,they are more apt to be vulnerable to develop Shingles in later life,since the body harbors the chicken pox virus for life(these are both forms of the herpes virus).
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My grandfather had shingles numerous times.  Shingles is a herpes virus.  Not sure he used L-Lysine.  I have used it when I bit the inside of my cheek and I ended up with a sore in my mouth.  It does heal.\n\nHere ya go:\n\nLysine and cold sores\n\nThe herpes virus, an ancient and unwelcome human companion, comes in more than one form. Herpes simplex 1 is almost always the culprit in cold sores or fever blisters that erupt around the mouth; herpes simplex 2 is generally responsible for genital herpes. But, in fact, both forms of the virus can cause eruptions on the genitals and around the mouth. Herpes outbreaks, wherever they occur, are usually painful and unsightly, as well as contagious. Anywhere from 60 to 90% of us carry herpes simplex 1, probably as a result of childhood infection, and genital herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases these days. (Perhaps 20 million people have genital herpes, and one million become infected each year.) Once you have the virus, you have it. It may lie dormant, but it doesn't go away.\n\nFortunately, there's now an effective prescription drug for herpes called acyclovir. Sold in capsule, liquid, or ointment form, it does not cure herpes in the sense that antibiotics cure bacterial infections, but it does reduce the severity of outbreaks and seems to have few if any serious side effects. And there's some evidence that long-term daily oral doses can cut down on recurrences. It's also effective against herpes zoster, the chickenpox/shingles virus. (Two similar drugs, one already approved for use against shingles, are soon to be marketed for herpes.) However, acyclovir is quite expensive and there's no generic yet, and many people wonder if there aren't other measures they can take.\n\nAbout a decade ago, before acyclovir, the amino acid lysine was regarded as a potential herpes treatment. Lysine, one of the building blocks of protein, is supplied by many foods (notably red meats, fish, and dairy products). You can certainly satisfy your needs for lysine from dietary sources. But to fight herpes, you probably need more, the theory ran.\n\nThe idea that lysine might work against herpes has some plausibility. In order to replicate, the herpes virus requires arginine, another amino acid that's common in foods and necessary to human life; but lysine is thought to interfere with the absorption of arginine in the intestine. It's a long way from this observation to a herpes cure, and most studies have been inconclusive. A small study conducted at the Baylor College of Dentistry in 1984 did show that lysine supplements-1,000 milligrams a day-helped reduce recurrences of cold sores. (Genital herpes was not part of this study.)
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I don't think so, you can't catch shingles from someone, but if you did get shingles, you could give the Chicken Pox to someone who never had them
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well,as i know in almost all cases, shingles can and should be diagnosed by history and physical examination due to the fact that laboratory testing usually has no utility because most tests are time-consuming, lack specificity, or are unavailable.\nif you need that especially when acute diagnostic confirmation is desired so you can do:\n\n1-the direct immunofluorescence test with fluorescein-tagged antibody (DFA).\n2-polymerase chain reaction test (PCR).\n3-Tzanck smear (old test).\n4-Viral culture is another confirmatory option .\n\n*also, In cases of atypical lesions, skin biopsy may assist in the diagnosis.
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did you say it only hurts when someine else touches you? if so i dont know\nbut shingles can cause a similar reaction.  you should go to a doctor, never be afraid to ask them qestions
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Yeah it could be shingles (herpes zoster). It is a viral infection of the nerve roots. It causes pain and a band of rash that spreads on one side of your body. Shingles is most common in older adults and people who have weakened immune systems because of stress, injury, certain medications, or other factors.
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I don't Think There is a Vaccine Against Shingles In Particular, but , I Think, There is One for the Chickenpox Virus (a Herpesvirus, VZV).
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For two years I had skin outbreaks on my upper back, both upper arms and upper chest and on the left side of my face. They were insanely itchy and ranged in size from a small spot to the size of a bread and butter plate. For two yrs this was diagnosed as shingles even though all the creams medications and treatments were not working. Ive recently now been diagnosed with Lupus. This skin irritation is Discoid Lupus. There is no cure and its horrible. Sometimes i will not go outside for weeks because the outbreaks look like some dreaded catchy disease and I can imagine what people would think. There could be many things this could be. Plz go see your doctor. Don't leave it n accept one opinion. It could be something quite serious and the earlier its diagnosed the quicker you can get the relevant treatment. Good Luck. Hope its just a minor little problem.
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Just because you have one strain of the herpes virus doesn't mean you can't get another strain of the virus. You're best bet is to be safe and use protection.
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Chickenpox, which can also lead to shingles. (Why your MD was recommending rest.)
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If your shingles aren't severe you could, but shingles can be very devastating and debilitating at times.  I would think you would want to get them cleared up prior to your surgery....just in case.  Allergic reactions of any kind would certainly be a consideration not to mention just your discomfort level of one situation and adding to the the discomfort.
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shingles......thye follow the nerve
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I am a nurse also.  MS is an autoimmune disease.  Being compromised, if you never had chicken pox or can't remember having them, I would stay away from someone with shingles.  If you can't stay away, do not use their sheets, or towels.  Their clothing,sheets, and towels must be kept separate from everyone elses, especially the one who has MS.
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why, everyone has shingles on top of their houses. Well mostly everyone. I don't see why there would be a problem. There could be esbestos in some older roofs.
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No, but a man I know who had it has been in remission for over 5 years.  Best wishes.  It must be scary wondering if it will come back.\n\nThink positively and get lots of exercise to boost your immune system!!
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He has shingles, which is herpes simplex and it is not caught from one person to another.  However, you do need to stay away from anyone who has not had chicken pox or the shot.  Shingles is caused from being stressed out and very upset to the point that a nerve comes to the surface and literally burns out which causes the red rash.  It is very painful and it circles the area where the nerve goes and then ends.  He can get it again if he is subject to being nervous or upset.  I have had shingles so many times I now have permanent symptoms in my face, which is numbness and tingling. The sexual herpes is a different type altogether and is caught from one to another and cannot be cured.  There are medications for shingles, but they do not do too much for the problem.  You just have to wait it out.  The symptoms usually last up to four weeks.