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The shingles rash can appear anywhere on the body but will only be on one side of the body, the left or right. It will be in a band, a strip, or a small area. Before the rash occurs, there is usually itching, tingling, or pain in that area. The rash turns into blisters after several days. It is possible to have the shingles rash in more than one area.
Last Updated:
March 9, 2009- Medical Review:
- E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Alexander H. Murray, MD, FRCPC - Dermatology
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