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Could i get shingles from my husband? he has had shingles before and now i'm pregnant
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Not likely: Be certain to discuss with your obstetrician. Your highest risk is if your husband is experiencing a current outbreak of shingles ( varicella zoster) and you have no prior history of chicken pox. If he is not actively experiencing any clinical symptoms of dermatomal pain , vesicles and / or rash, your risk is low.
Answered 6/11/2017
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