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Could shingles cause swelling on one side of face and temporary loss of vision without a rash?

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Rare: Shingles without a rash is rare. Could the facial swelling be an allergic reaction or be due to a tooth abscess? Have your md check you.

Answered 4/19/2016

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

Possible: Pain and irritation may precede rash and blistering.

Answered 8/20/2017

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Dr. R Condon Hughes answered

Specializes in Dermatopathology

Yes: This is caused a "prodromal effect" where the symptoms occur before the rash. Please go see your eye doctor to be sure.

Answered 5/6/2016

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