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Is Shingles Contagious?
Im pretty sure I have the shingles, had them before. I carry famciclovir pills with me 500 mg tablets to stop fever blisters. I had a few blisters in my hair line on my head. Started taking famciclovir immediately. I do not have any blisters busted. My question is am I contagious to others. I m out of town at a quilt retreat. Should I leave or is it ok for me to continue with my retreat?
Tue, 9 Oct 2018
Hi,
Yes, you are right. Shingles are contagious. You should cancel the trip if possible.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Varinder Joshi,
General & Family Physician
Yes, you are right. Shingles are contagious. You should cancel the trip if possible.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Varinder Joshi,
General & Family Physician
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