Vaccination of Herpes Zoster Vaccine
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Zostavax
Vaccination
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Consultation prior to the 1st shot of vaccination
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Injection procedure is handled by medical professional
Herpes Zoster Vaccine is effective in preventing Herpes Zoster, reducing the chance of reoccurrence and relieve the pain and Posterior neuralgia caused.
*This transaction is subject to the assessment by nurse for the suitability of vaccine injection. Patients will have to pay a consultation fee of $300 if considered not suitable for the vaccine injection upon consultation. The remaining balance will be refunded.
Herpes Zoster is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. After chickenpox sores heal, the virus remains in the nerves and may reactivate as Zoster. If the virus is reactive, the virus will appear on the associated skin and lead to unbearable pain. In general, zoster lasts for 30 days and the pain associated with Zoster could last for years.