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Shingles on eye keep getting it have had it twice this year 3 times last year why?
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Unlikely: It is unlikely for Shingles to recur that frequently. I would investigate an alternative explanation or consider evaluation for immune deficiency if the recurrent nature of Shingles is confirmed
Answered 7/31/2014
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