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Can having shingles at a young age mean someone is more likely to have it again in the future? the whole right side of my torso was covered with rash.

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Dr. Keshab Paudel answered

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Possible: Once you have shingles, you are at risk to have it again in the future. Sorry..

Answered 2/5/2016

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A member asked:

Can having shingles at a young age mean someone is more likely to have it again in the future? the whole right side of my torso was covered with rash.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Keshab Paudel answered

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