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Shingles

Frequently Asked Questions

11. Are there people who get shingles without a rash?

Some people get the pain but never develop the rash. These cases are much more difficult to diagnose and can be mistaken for other diseases. Your doctor would need to do a blood test to confirm the diagnosis. If there is a rash, but the diagnosis is questionable, skin scrapings from the sores can be used.