Shingles most often occurs between the ages of 50 and 70 in both men and women. Even though shingles is not as contagious as chicken pox, infants and people whose immunity is low should not be exposed to it. Pain, itching, or tingling sensation before the rash appears A rash of painful red blisters which later crust over. Most often, the rash appears on the torso or side of the face. Only one side of the face or body is affected.
Shingles is almost never present on both sides of the body.
It is serious if it affects the eye, because it can lead to blindness. Though rare, fever and general weakness sometimes occur. This usually goes away on its own after 1-6 months. Chronic pain can, however, last for months or years. The older you are, the greater the chance that this is the case.