recurrent shingles

Does Shingles Feel Like Pulled Muscle?

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Does Shingles Feel Like Pulled Muscle? Patients often feel like they have pulled a muscle, slept in an unnatural position the night before, or are developing a cold in the back. This feeling lasts for 2-7 days, and the skin becomes quite sensitive to touch during this period. Can shingles cause muscle pain? Internal shingles

Can You Travel Abroad With Shingles?

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Can You Travel Abroad With Shingles? “When you have shingles, you’re considered contagious until your open sores crust and scab over. This generally takes between 7 to 10 days,” says Dr. Brown. “Depending on where your rash develops on your body and where you work, you may (or may not) be able to return to