Shingles Vaccine
Shingles: More Than Just a Rash
Why is the Shingles Vaccine Important?
The Varicella zoster virus, which causes chickenpox, remains dormant in your body for life after an initial infection.
With over 99% of adults over 50 having experienced chickenpox, the virus that leads to shingles is already present in many people and can reactivate at any time.
Approximately one-third of individuals will develop shingles during their lifetime, potentially leading to severe and long-lasting complications, such as chronic pain that can persist for months or even years.
As we age, our immune system naturally declines, increasing the risk of shingles regardless of how healthy you may feel.
Getting vaccinated is a crucial step in protecting yourself from this painful and debilitating condition.
What are Shingles?
Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a painful condition caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, which also causes chickenpox.
Even after recovery from chickenpox, the virus remains dormant in the body and can reactivate years later, leading to shingles.
Shingles typically presents as a painful rash or blisters that usually appear on one side of the body. It can result in long-lasting nerve pain, particularly in older adults.
The rash generally develops into blisters that scab over within 7 to 10 days and usually resolves within 2 to 4 weeks. Many individuals describe the pain associated with shingles as burning, stabbing, or shock-like, and it can persist for weeks, significantly impacting daily life.
The SHINGRIX Vaccine
SHINGRIX is a vaccine designed to prevent shingles (herpes zoster). It is administered as a 2-dose series, with each dose given as an injection into the muscle of the upper arm. The second dose is administered 2 to 6 months after the first.
To achieve optimal protection against shingles, it is crucial to complete both doses of the SHINGRIX vaccine.
SHINGRIX is FDA-approved for:
- Adults aged 50 years and older.
- Adults aged 18 years and older who are at increased risk of shingles due to being immunocompromised from known diseases or therapies.
The WellMed Bangkok health care Clinic offers SHINGRIX, a Shingles Vaccine vaccination, specifically designed to prevent Shingles and its effects. This Shingles Vaccine costs 5,800 Baht. It helps the body’s immune system fight against shingles.
Possible Side Effects
Common side effects of SHINGRIX may include pain, redness, and swelling at the injection site. Other potential effects are muscle pain, tiredness, headache, shivering, fever, and upset stomach. These reactions are generally mild and temporary.
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