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History Of Having Chickenpox In Childhood. Can I Get Shingles From Being With A Child Who Has Chickenpox?
good evening doctor. my granddaughter who is 1 just came down yesterday with chicken pocks. I am 53 and have had chicken pocks myself but my question to you is this, can I get shingles from this? I also work with the disabled and elderly daily and am worried that if I could be carrying this virus that they could get something as well. thankyou in advance, anja
Tue, 10 Dec 2013
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I have gone through your query and understood your concerns. Yes, you can get shingles if you expose to this virus if you dont have good immunization. I suggest you to be away from that child as you are right it will cause problem to the people with whom you are working if you get it. Thank you.
I have gone through your query and understood your concerns. Yes, you can get shingles if you expose to this virus if you dont have good immunization. I suggest you to be away from that child as you are right it will cause problem to the people with whom you are working if you get it. Thank you.
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