What Are The Stages Of Shingles?

By carolynne

Reviewed: dr. vanta

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6. A Localized Rash Erupts

As the condition progresses, a localized rash appears at the site of the tingling or burning. The rash is a band of scarlet color papules on one side of the body, frequently occurring in the waist area. Interestingly enough, the word shingles is derived from the Latin word meaning belt.²‘Figure 3A: B12 Deficiency Causes.’ doi:10.2218/resmedica.v23i1.765.s257.

It's normal to experience pain and tingling for up to five days before the rash flares up. There are some people who don't experience a severe rash.

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