Ask anyone who’s had shingles and they’ll tell you: a flare up is no fun. The rash hurts and can cause major pain and discomfort months after the initial outbreak. Dr. Priya Sampathkumar, M.D., a Mayo Clinic infection disease specialist explains the condition and how it is contracted.
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My daughter in law has suffered with shingles for two years. Is there someone who is a specialist in this condition? We need some help…
Can the varicella zoster virus that causes shingles be transferred from my clothing to another person? I just had my first episode of shingles and my sister is insisting that I sterilize all of my clothing and bed sheets. This seems a bit extreme. I am learning, though. (I am 62, normal immunity)
My father has had the shingles for over a year now with no sucess in curing the disease. Is there a specialist anywhere in the country that can help him?