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

Episode 172 December 22, 2025 00:21:44
172 – Shingles in Aging: Symptoms, Treatment, and the Shingles Vaccine Explained
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172 – Shingles in Aging: Symptoms, Treatment, and the Shingles Vaccine Explained

Dec 22 2025 | 00:21:44

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Show Notes

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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