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Shingles vaccine

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tay56201
tay56201

I am very confused 😕 why do we need shingle vaccine? If we have got the outbreak of shingles; aren't we already-obviously- developed the antibody to this virus?

Isn't that what vaccine is??

Can someone elaborate on this please.

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  • Merry19451
    Merry19451 tay56201

    Posted

    Hi Tay!

    That is my understanding of the immune response, as well. I had the Zostavax that did NOTHING to help with the frequency of recurrent episodes of Herpes Zoster Shingles, nor did it lessen the pain of the episodes. I had the Zostavax at the encouragement of my physician, stating it might boost my immune system.

    I am hoping the Shingrex with the adjuvant might be able to help those of us with recurrent episodes of Herpes Zoster Shingles. As Shingrex is a killed vaccine, it can't hurt anyone, so why not try it, once it comes out?

    Best Regards

    Merry Juliana

    • tay56201
      tay56201 Merry19451

      Posted

      Hi Merry, thanks for your reply. But my question is still remains unanswered? ☺

      I hope that someone works in the medical profession can elaborate on this?

      Best wishes x

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