I randomly got it in my 30's.
And I rarely get sick. I think I've called into work for being sick maybe 5 times in my life. And no. No HIV here, and that was right around the time I was training for a triathlon, so I don't think I was super unhealthy. I was just a lucky (and apparently rare) case. It was a very mild case though.  Previous Message due to unhealthy habits...or HIV.  Previous Message So that your symptoms of shingles are lessened if you get it? What are the odds of contracting shingles?  Previous Message  Previous Message First dose just a little fatigue and the sore arm. This one gave me chills then sweats at night. Seems to be done now though.
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Damn, second Shingrix dose kicked my ass last night - Learning_and_Labor May 9, 2026, 8:03:53
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- that’s what i’ve heard. i really need to do this* - Playoff Rondo May 9, 2026, 11:05:06
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