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Can i still get the shingles vaccine after i've had shingles? (once the virus completely wears off) i've had chronic cases over the last 16 years.

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Probably: it is approved for individuals 50 and above, with certain precautions, wether they had the shingles or not, please check with your primary physician, goodluck

Answered 1/6/2015

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A member asked:

Can i still get the shingles vaccine after i've had shingles? (once the virus completely wears off) i've had chronic cases over the last 16 years.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

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