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A member asked:

Could you have shingles without the rash that comes with it?

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes: There is a variant of the shingles that doesn't have a rash associated with it. Consider being evaluated by your doctor if this is an issue for your treatment options.

Dr Trettin agreed

Answered 1/13/2014

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