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A member asked:

Had singles 4 weeks ago. healed and only scars left n pain. last night 4 red spots appeard on the on the same place. r they coming back again?

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Certainly could be: Shingles can reoccur in the same area. There are treatments available to lessend the severity and duration of shingles. Consult your primary care provider.

Dr Hormozi agreed

Answered 4/24/2015

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