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Can I Get The Shingles Vaccine I Am 44 And Have Had Shingles Around 5 Times Since My Late 20s?

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Question: I am 44 and have had shingles around 5 times since my late 20s. Docs tell me it’s stress related. Is there something more I need to look for? All my normal bloodwork is normal etc. Can I get the shingles vaccine at the age of 43? I called the pharmacy and they said I need to speak to an immunologist to see if something more is going on.
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Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
At present, no indication for shingles vaccine.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I can understand your concern.
Honestly speaking, shingles vaccine is recommended after 60 years of age.
So at present at the age of 44 it is not recommended for you.
Best option for you is to avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm.
Eat healthy nutritional foods.
Keep checking your blood parameters annually.
Do regular exercise like walking, jogging or cycling.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
Note: For further information on diet changes to reduce allergy symptoms or to boost your immunity, Ask here.
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Can I Get The Shingles Vaccine I Am 44 And Have Had Shingles Around 5 Times Since My Late 20s?

Brief Answer: At present, no indication for shingles vaccine. Detailed Answer: Hi, I can understand your concern. Honestly speaking, shingles vaccine is recommended after 60 years of age. So at present at the age of 44 it is not recommended for you. Best option for you is to avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. Eat healthy nutritional foods. Keep checking your blood parameters annually. Do regular exercise like walking, jogging or cycling. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.