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A member asked:

I got shingles when i was 10 yes 10,(dr said it was from stress lol) i'm 23 now and i still feel itchy there now and then.. is this typical?

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Dr. Sheila Calderon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Anxiety can cause it: When you are unable to control your stress or anxiety levels it is very common to for skin to itch. Youprobably need a doctor for medication and and a Phd psychologist for therapy. You may be lacking insight into your life.

Dr Sneid agreed

Answered 10/8/2014

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