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How Long Do The Side Effects Of A Shingles Shot Persist?
my husband got the second shingle shot this morning. after super he got chills and a fever he is 71 years old also complained of a stabbing feeling in his foot on the ankle side. how long will the last. he took 2 ibuprofen and is now in bed will chills. I dont no what else to do for him.
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It is common in up to 20% people after taking shinglesvaccination. So Take rest, drink plenty of water. Use Paracetamol 650 thrice a day for five days. If symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.
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How Long Do The Side Effects Of A Shingles Shot Persist?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It is common in up to 20% people after taking shingles vaccination. So Take rest, drink plenty of water. Use Paracetamol 650 thrice a day for five days. If symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.