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Herpes zoster

2020-12-30 19:51:54
Should I take a blood test or any test to find if there is any residue herpes zoster ? Is any test available to check the presence of herpes zoster. How many weeks does  zoster ( on shoulder ) as a virus or off shoot of chicken pox stay in our body. Precautions ? Foods to avoid ? Hygiene to follow ? What is the long term aftermath of herpes zoster once cured ? Does it again attacks us , chances in percentage ?
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