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Is shingles contagious after 6 weeks since the appearance of the rash? i'm afraid i'll get chickenpox after contact even though i'm vaccinated?
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Until the very last blister has dried out shingles remains transmissable. This usually takes about two weeks.
Answered 6/20/2022
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As advised earlier, singles is not contagious at 6 weeks after onset of rash.
Answered 6/21/2022
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