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Screening for Shingles

Authors:
  • Amy Scholten, MPH
Publication Type:

Condition InDepth

Screening for Shingles

Screening is done to find a problem and treat it early. Tests are given to people who do not have symptoms but who may be at high risk.

There are no current screening tests or screening guidelines for the early detection of shingles.

References

  • Herpes zoster. EBSCO DynaMed website. Available at: https://www.dynamed.com/condition/herpes-zoster. Accessed November 15, 2021.
  • Saguil A, Kane S, et al. Herpes zoster and postherpetic neuralgia: prevention and management. Am Fam Physician. 2017;96(10):656-663.
  • Shingles information page. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke website. Available at: https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/All-Disorders/Shingles-Information-Page. Accessed November 15, 2021.
  • Shingles overview. The American Academy of Dermatology website. Available at: https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/shingles-overview . Accessed November 15, 2021.

Contributors

  • David L. Horn, MD, FACP
Last Updated:
2021-11-01

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