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It could be possible that a person get shingles on an upper arm?

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Dr. Bahman Omrani answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes : Shingles can be seen on practically any part of the body, including the arm, legs, buttocks, hips, abdomen, chest, back, face, nose, eyes.

Answered 3/13/2019

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Yes: It can occur on the skin over any part of the body.

Answered 4/1/2020

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I have an awful rash under my arms and on my belly and in my groin. Its painful. It flairs up often. Could this be shingles?

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