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I had a light case of shingles in my hair at age 43. my doctor said get shingles vaccine at 60 for longer results and protection at older age. should i get it earlier? i am 57 now?

Q: i had a light case of shingles in my hair at age 43. my doctor said get shingles vaccine at 60 for longer results and protection at older age. should i get it earlier? i am 57 now?

: If you're looking for protection for shingles complications that are more of a problem later in life, get the vaccine after age 60 as protection may wear off for your later years and when you need it most.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

If you're looking for protection for shingles complications that are more of a problem later in life, get the vaccine after age 60 as protection may wear off for your later years and when you need it most.

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 11/16/2022

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A member asked:

I had a light case of shingles in my hair at age 43. my doctor said get shingles vaccine at 60 for longer results and protection at older age. should i get it earlier? i am 57 now?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Seibert agreed

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