How is shingles related to chickenpox?
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Shingles and chickenpox share the same cause - the varicella-zoster virus. The first time you're infected with this virus, you get chickenpox, which causes a telltale itchy rash. The virus stays in your body even after you recover. Years later, the virus may be reactivated and cause shingles.
Shingles and chickenpox share the same cause - the varicella-zoster virus. The first time you're infected with this virus, you get chickenpox, which causes a telltale itchy rash. The virus stays in your body even after you recover. Years later, the... More
