My dad had shingles for 11 years. It’s the only time I’ve ever saw him wince in pain. Literally was in hospital a few days with it. Fetal position and wouldn’t move they finally got the pain to subside and he checked out. I always thought it only lasted a short time but he had it on his shoulder blade region. When he went fetal it was all around both sides and lower back which was unusual.

I’m about to get the shot, I’d heard they were making changes so I’ve waited.