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Should I Get The Shingles Vaccination For Allergy?

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Question : When I was a child I had the chicken pox and had allergic reaction I am 58 going on 59 now should I get the shingles vaccination
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Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Better don't do it.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I think there is increased risk of being allergic to shingles vaccine if you have been allergic to chicken pox vaccine.
The both vaccines contain many components in common and you are likely to be allergic to any of these components.
I think you should not do it.
Again you can consult your physician about it.

Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks.
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Should I Get The Shingles Vaccination For Allergy?

Brief Answer: Better don't do it. Detailed Answer: Hello, I think there is increased risk of being allergic to shingles vaccine if you have been allergic to chicken pox vaccine. The both vaccines contain many components in common and you are likely to be allergic to any of these components. I think you should not do it. Again you can consult your physician about it. Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Thanks.