How long is Shingles contagious.

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Hello Anon

Thank you for writing.

Shingles is only contagious in the blister phase. Once the blisters have gone, a person is no longer contagious. The contagion lies in any liquid in the blisters. If they are dry/crusty, a person is no longer contagious.
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Susan

August 7, 2017 - 2:21pm

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Thanks so much for the prompt response!

August 7, 2017 - 4:05pm

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