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While many people know shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful rash, which anyone who’s had chickenpox can get, it can also cause long-term conditions that should not be underestimated.

Expert opinion from Gustavo Campos Doctor of Medicine · 9 years of experience · Brazil Shingles are a late manifestation of chickenpox virus. Therefore, getting chickenpox vaccine will protect against ...