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How long can the shingles rash last?
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Varies: Depending on the severity of the the outbreak, most resolve in 2-4 weeks.
Answered 6/21/2020
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Shingles: Most cases of shingles last 3 to 5 weeks. Usually 1 to 5 days after one experiences pain/burning in a specific area, a rash with blisters appears. This may take a week to 10 days to dry up & become crusty. Usually within a couple of weeks the scabs resolve. REF: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/shingles#catch
Answered 10/27/2018
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