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Can i exercise with shingles?
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May increase your: Pain, since the area involved is sensitive to friction.
Answered 2/1/2018
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If you wish ...: Shingles is caused by the reactivation of the dormant varicella zoster virus. It is fairly common with up to 25% of people having it at some point in life. One theory as to why it occurs is a slight 'weakening' of the immune system, with age, intercurrent illness or a period of stress. Exercise is not excluded but relative rest while unwell may allow the body to better recuperate and recover.
Answered 9/14/2018
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Yes!: You can but do not irritate the area with shingles? Too strenuous activity could prolong infection!
Answered 8/6/2018
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Yes: But to avoid exposing un immunized people to chicken pox especially pregnant women contact isolation is indicated
Answered 2/1/2018
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