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When I Was A Child I Had The Chicken Pox
Question: When I was a child I had the chicken pox and had allergic reaction I am 58 going on 59 now should I get the shingles vaccination
Brief Answer:
Better don't do it.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
I think there is increased risk of being allergic to shingles vaccine if you have been allergic to chicken pox vaccine.
The both vaccines contain many components in common and you are likely to be allergic to any of these components.
I think you should not do it.
Again you can consult your physician about it.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Better don't do it.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
I think there is increased risk of being allergic to shingles vaccine if you have been allergic to chicken pox vaccine.
The both vaccines contain many components in common and you are likely to be allergic to any of these components.
I think you should not do it.
Again you can consult your physician about it.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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