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    brecio84 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 16, 2012, 08:37 PM
    Shingles
    Is shingles a dangerous condition? Does amoxicillin help treat shingles?
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    Dec 16, 2012, 08:38 PM
    Shingles is a recurrence of the Chickenpox virus... antibiotics of ANY type are completely worthless for viruses.
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    Dec 16, 2012, 08:38 PM
    Shingles can be serious and can be very painful. It can also last a very long time. I would not guess what to treat it with - you definitely need medical attention for shingles from a real doctor, not internet advice.
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    Dec 16, 2012, 08:56 PM
    There is a Shingles vaccine and there are medications to reduce the length of the symptoms.
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