Shingles
in Broomfield, CO
Shingles is most common in people
over 50 and
those with a weakened immune system
Almost
1 in 3 adults
will get shingles in their lifetime
The same virus that causes
chickenpox
causes shingles
The shingles vaccine is over
90% effective
at preventing shingles
What causes shingles?
Shingles is a nerve infection that triggers a painful rash. It’s caused by varicella zoster virus (VZV), also known as the chickenpox virus. After someone has chickenpox—as most children did prior to the chickenpox vaccine—the virus lies dormant in certain nerves for decades. When the virus reactivates without warning, shingles can occur.
A shingles rash can appear anywhere, but typically appears on only one side of the face or body. The rash consists of small blisters that typically scab over in 7-10 days. Most shingles rashes clear up in a few weeks, but the pain can continue for months or even years.
REQUEST NOWWho is at risk of getting shingles?
Anyone who has had chickenpox can develop shingles, although it is more common in:
- People over 50, and the risk continues to increase with age
- People with compromised immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS and certain cancers like leukemia or lymphoma
- People who have recently had a bone marrow or organ transplant
- People who take medications that suppress the immune system, such as steroids and chemotherapy
1 Location in the Broomfield, CO area
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