172 – Shingles in Aging: Symptoms, Treatment, and the Shingles Vaccine Explained

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Dec 22, 2025Health

Dr. K explains shingles, including why aging increases risk, symptoms and treatment, how it can cause chronic pain, and the many benefits of the shingles vaccine.

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