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Male, 31, smoker, poor nutrition, very stressful job. dx shingles . is his immune system compromised, do what to prevent reoccurrace?

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Vaccine: Check with your doctor as you might benefit from a vaccine for that

Answered 7/8/2017

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Shingles: mean that our immune system is not able to keep a virus just about all of us carry under control. Continue to see doctor. Ask about supplementing w/lysine and avoiding nuts and chocolate. The poor nutrition and smoking need to go also. Peace and good health.

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