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My story, my diagnosis: Nancy's story

My story, my diagnosis: Nancy's story

Learn Skin Protecting yourself against shinglesMy story, my diagnosis: Nancy's story

Nancy recounts her visit to the emergency room and how the shingles rash spread to her eyelid, nose and mouth before clearing up

Written by Jameson Kowalczyk.

Medically reviewed by Amy Gonzales, MD.

Updated onAugust, 2026

Written by Jameson Kowalczyk.

Medically reviewed by Amy Gonzales, MD.

Updated onAugust, 2026

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