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The chickenpox and shingles connection

Shingles and chickenpox are both caused by the same varicella-zoster virus. For those who have experienced chickenpox, the virus lies dormant in the body and can reemerge later in life as shingles. In this episode, Dr. Taboo explores these interconnected viruses and discusses how they can be prevented by vaccination.

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Person experiencing pain from shingles virus
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Christopher
Snyder, DO
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& Article Expert
Chris Snyder, DO, is the medical expert on the popular Get Well Delmarva podcast Dr. Taboo. Dr. Snyder attended Salisbury University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirsville, Mo., and ...

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