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I have a rash i believe to be shingles based on the look & symptoms. 1 dr said since i have it on both sides,it can't be. what is actually true?
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Your doctor is right: It is very rare to have herpes zoster (shingles) on both sides of the body. Almost certainly your rash is something else. See your doctor in person and take it from there. Good luck.
Answered 3/31/2015
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