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Can shingles occur without a rash?
Yes, but this is very rare. When shingles occurs without a rash it is called zoster sine herpete. Shingles typically begins with a rash, but, in some individuals, the shingles rash may go unnoticed at first. Patients may experience burning or shooting pain, numbness, tingling, itching, headache, fever, chills or nausea. While the rash almost always follows these symptoms, it may be disregarded or mistaken for something else1. Please visit your healthcare professional immediately if you think you may be experiencing shingles symptoms.
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