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What are the reasons for herpes zoster at young age (25?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

No particular reason. Just bad luck. It doesn't mean anything.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 5/25/2023

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