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How concerning is shingles in the head?
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It is concerning: due to a possibility of a common form of cutaneous neuropathic pain that is associated with herpes zoster infection. It has been estimated that approximately 10-20% of the population will develop HZ during their lifetime. Individuals over 50 are particularly susceptible because of reduced cell-mediated immunity.
Answered 5/26/2014
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