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A member asked:

Im 27 and was diagnosed with chicken pox but i think it's shingles since it's only on one side of my body. which could it be?

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Shingles: If the rash is made od blisters that was preceded by pain or itching, you made me right. Depending on how long you have had the rash, you can take an anti-viral prescription medication that will make it heal faster.

Answered 2/2/2013

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