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Originally Posted by ger715
I mentioned on a previous post, my sister-in-law (76 yrs. old) is dealing with the 3rd or 4th week of the shingles on head and face. Since she will not be going with us to his daughter's Christmas Eve, he offered we come over to visit her this week, as well as bring her Christmas Gift. She declined and said she wasn't in the mood right now for company. I have to say; even though she is suppose to be past the contagious part; still was a bit leary anyway.
My husband had the shot a couple of weeks ago. Our insurance covered 50% )$90.00) (Medicare) By the way, my husband got his shot at Walgreens. As long as you are somewhat comfortable and know you had the Chicken Pox; you deserve giving yourself a Christmas gift.
I have throid disease, as well as years of problem with the cold sores; so hopefully I do not regret it; but am not getting the shot.
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This is what my doctor told me...if you have had chickenpox you can get the shingles. The virus lies in the nerves of the spinal cord close to the brain. You can not get shingles from someone who has shingles, however someone can get the chickenpox from someone that has shingles, if they come in contact with the blisters. Once they scab over you are no longer contagious.