{"id":75160,"date":"2024-08-09T15:34:04","date_gmt":"2024-08-09T10:04:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/?p=75160"},"modified":"2024-08-16T12:25:58","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T06:55:58","slug":"shingles-vaccine-why-who-and-when-should-you-take-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/shingles-vaccine-why-who-and-when-should-you-take-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Shingles Vaccine: Why, Who, And When Should You Take It?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-75984\" title=\"Shingles Vaccine: Why, Who, And When Should You Take It?\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/shutterstock_2164749561.jpg\" alt=\"Shingles\" width=\"1000\" height=\"527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/shutterstock_2164749561.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/shutterstock_2164749561-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/shutterstock_2164749561-768x405.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/shutterstock_2164749561-150x79.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><br \/>\nShingles is like an unwelcome blast from the past, reactivating the same virus that caused chickenpox in your childhood. This painful, blistering rash usually appears on one side of the body or face and can lead to long-term nerve pain. The risk of shingles increases significantly for adults over 50, and the effects can be more severe.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSf2FUANVCwInfG4UIOKLdLhXCyZ-RyOifmrWUqUQjLqdAD6rQ\/viewform?utm_source=Googlefeed%20&amp;utm_medium=Articles&amp;utm_campaign=Adult_Vaccination\"><b>Getting the shingles vaccine is crucial. It is your best defense against this painful condition, helping you stay healthy and avoid complications. Don&#8217;t delay, book your vaccination slot today.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>What are the symptoms of Shingles?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Early Signs<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>-Pain and Tingling: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You might feel pain, itching, or tingling in a specific area on one side of your body or face. This can happen a few days before the rash appears.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-Fever and Headache: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some people can experience fever, headache, chills, and upset stomach before the rash emerges.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Rash Development<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>-Red Spots and Blisters:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> The rash usually starts as small, red spots that turn into fluid-filled blisters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-Striped Pattern: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">These blisters often form in a single stripe around one side of the body or face.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-Scabbing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> The blisters eventually break open and scab over, typically within<\/span><b> 7 to 10 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">days, and clear up within<\/span><b> 2 to 4 weeks.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Other Symptoms<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>-Burning Pain: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The pain associated with shingles can be intense, described as burning, stabbing, or shooting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-General Discomfort: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Fatigue and general lethargy can accompany the rash.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-Itching and Sensitivity: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The affected skin area might be susceptible to touch or feel itchy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Long-term Effects<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>-Postherpetic Neuralgia (PHN): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For some, the pain can last for months or even years after the rash clears up, known as PHN.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-Scarring and Skin Discoloration: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The rash can leave scars and cause changes in skin color where the blisters are.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/online-doctor-consultation\"><b>Recognizing symptoms early and seeking medical advice can help manage shingles more effectively and reduce the risk of complications. Consult a doctor<\/b><\/a><b>.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Did you know?<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><i>1 in 3 adults over 50 will get shingles in their lifetime, with the risk rising particularly for those over 70. [1]<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Why Should You Take The Shingles Vaccine?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>-Protection Against Shingles: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shingrix is a highly effective vaccine, providing over 90% protection against shingles and postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) in adults 50 and older with healthy immune systems. [3]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-Reduces Complications:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> It helps prevent complications associated with shingles, such as postherpetic neuralgia (PHN), which is severe, long-lasting nerve pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-Decreases The Severity Of The Infection:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> If you do get shingles, the vaccine can make the episode less severe and shorter in duration, reducing the overall impact on your health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-Prevents Recurrence: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Even if you have already had shingles, the vaccine can help prevent future occurrences. The vaccine&#8217;s immunity remains strong for at least 7 years.[3]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-Enhances Quality\u00a0 Of Life:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The vaccine helps maintain a better quality of life, especially for older adults, by preventing shingles and its complications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-Promotes Public Health: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Widespread vaccination helps reduce the incidence of shingles and associated healthcare costs, benefiting the broader community.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/vaccination-at-home?utm_source=Googlefeed%20&amp;utm_medium=Articles&amp;utm_campaign=Adult_Vaccination\"><b>Are you considering getting vaccinated? Consider At-home vaccinations for Adults with TATA 1MG.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Who Needs The Shingles Vaccine?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>The shingles vaccine is recommended for the following groups [2]:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>-Adults 50 and Older:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> The vaccine is advised for all healthy adults aged 50 and above to help prevent shingles and its complications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-People with Weakened Immune Systems:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Individuals with weakened immune systems due to conditions such as cancer, HIV, or treatments like chemotherapy should get vaccinated to reduce the risk of shingles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-Those Who Have Had Shingles Before: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Even if you have had shingles, getting vaccinated can help prevent future occurrences and reduce the risk of complications like postherpetic neuralgia (PHN).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-Individuals with Chronic Medical Conditions: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">People with chronic conditions such as diabetes or chronic kidney disease are encouraged to get the vaccine to avoid the added complications shingles can bring to their health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-People Planning to Get Immunosuppressive Therapy:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Those about to start treatments that suppress the immune system should get vaccinated beforehand to prevent shingles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>When Should You Take The Shingles Vaccine?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>-Adults 50 and older<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: Two doses are administered 2 to 6 months apart.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>-Adults 19 and older with weakened immune systems:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Two doses, with the second dose given 1 to 2 months after the first. [2]<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/diseases\/shingles-350?srsltid=AfmBOornq9W8wk-fCiqt5AygMEEroUO27NpXIws0XceHTSyrMClWk-DV&amp;wpsrc=Google+Organic+Search\"><b>The key to preventing any infection is to learn about it first.<\/b><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/diseases\/shingles-350?srsltid=AfmBOornq9W8wk-fCiqt5AygMEEroUO27NpXIws0XceHTSyrMClWk-DV&amp;wpsrc=Google+Organic+Search\"><b>Get a detailed understanding of shingles. Read along<\/b><\/a><b>.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Keep In Mind!<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Empowerment through early Diagnosis and Treatment: Remember, early diagnosis and prompt treatment are key in managing shingles. If you notice any signs of burning, tingling, or a rash, seek medical attention immediately.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Remember<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Taking the shingles vaccine significantly protects against infection, especially for adults over 50, ensuring better health and quality of life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Get Vaccinated, Stay Protected<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>(The article is written by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/editorial-policy-processes\/dr.-nitika-makhija-93\">Dr. Nitika Makhija, Manager, Clinical Health and Content<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/editorial-policy-processes\/monalisa-deka-18\">\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0and is reviewed by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/editorial-policy-processes\/dr.-swati-mishra-12\">Dr. Swati Mishra, Medical Editor<\/a>)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><b>References<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1. Available online at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nia.nih.gov\/health\/shingles\/5-things-you-need-know-about-shingles\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">https:\/\/www.nia.nih.gov\/health\/shingles\/5-things-you-need-know-about-shingles<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2. Available online at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/vaccines\/vpd\/shingles\/public\/shingrix\/index.html#:~:text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/vaccines\/vpd\/shingles\/public\/shingrix\/index.html#:~:text<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">3. Available online at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10630909\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10630909\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-75984\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/shutterstock_2164749561.jpg\" alt=\"Shingles\" title=\"Shingles Vaccine: Why, Who, And When Should You Take It?\" width=\"1000\" height=\"527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/shutterstock_2164749561.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/shutterstock_2164749561-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/shutterstock_2164749561-768x405.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/shutterstock_2164749561-150x79.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":73,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[27],"tags":[24115,199],"class_list":["post-75160","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-health-a-z","tag-shingles","tag-vaccines"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Shingles Vaccine: Why, Who, And When Should You Take It? - Tata 1mg Capsules<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Shingles is like an unwelcome blast from the past, reactivating the same virus that caused chickenpox in your childhood. 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