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A member asked:

I've had what my doctor thinks are shingles symptoms for 4 days now. no rash yet. how long do i wait for a rash before i go back to the doctor?

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Take medications: Hi, if you are already taking antivirals for possible shingles, you dont have to see your dr. Unless symptoms get worse.

Answered 3/1/2016

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