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I think one reason it's discouraged is that it's not completely clear how long it lasts, and getting it early may result in less protection later in life. Also
by tmhn2 8mo ago
I think one reason it's discouraged is that it's not completely clear how long it lasts, and getting it early may result in less protection later in life. Also it's only been tested in that age group. (At least, this is what I heard when I researched getting it early a while ago).
- EvanAnderson 8mo agoThis is what my GP told me too, basically. I would really like the vaccine. I'm 48 and I feel like I'm rolling the dice...
- Qem 8mo ago> I think one reason it's discouraged is that it's not completely clear how long it lasts, and getting it early may result in less protection later in life. Can't one just take boosters later, like, one every decade?
- happymellon 8mo agohttps://www.ncoa.org/article/how-long-does-the-shingles-vaccine-last/ https://www.ncoa.org/article/how-long-does-the-shingles-vacc... > No Shingrix vaccine booster is currently available. No, I'm not sure you can.
- robocat 8mo ago> it's not completely clear how long it lasts This explanation assumes we won't develop a better vaccine in a decade. Shingrix was expensive. I knew too many people with horrific Shingles. A couple of days of very mild flu symptoms for me. Plan to avoid mental or physical responsibilities or events for 2 days after the shot.