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Menopause and Shingles: Understanding the Connection and Protecting Your Health
Does Menopause Cause Shingles?
Short answer: No — but it can increase your risk.
Menopause does not directly cause the shingles virus. However, the hormonal shifts — particularly declining oestrogen and progesterone — can weaken the immune response that keeps dormant viruses in check.
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