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Is A Shingles Shot Advisable While Treating Postherpetic Neuralgia?

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Posted on Fri, 29 Apr 2016
Question: I have postherpatic neuralgia, rather severe case lasting now 8 months post shingles. Is it safe/practical for me to get the shingles shot? This is my second bout of shingles. I am 73 years old, female, and in good health otherwise. YYYY@YYYY .
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Yes, you can have the shingles vaccine.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

The answer to your question is straightforward, yes you could have the shingles vaccine done.

Shingles vaccine is indicated for people 60 years or older whether you had shingles or not, so, you are eligible.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

If you have further questions feel free to ask, if not, you can close the conversation and rate the answer.

Greetings.
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Is A Shingles Shot Advisable While Treating Postherpetic Neuralgia?

Brief Answer: Yes, you can have the shingles vaccine. Detailed Answer: Hello and thanks for using HCM. I have read your question and understand your concerns. The answer to your question is straightforward, yes you could have the shingles vaccine done. Shingles vaccine is indicated for people 60 years or older whether you had shingles or not, so, you are eligible. Hope you found the answer helpful. If you have further questions feel free to ask, if not, you can close the conversation and rate the answer. Greetings.