A 60-year-old immunocompetent adult asks about shingles vaccination after a prior episode of zoster 3 years ago. Best advice?...

Question

A 60-year-old immunocompetent adult asks about shingles vaccination after a prior episode of zoster 3 years ago. Best advice?

Accepted Answer

Two-dose RZV series 2-6 months apart

Answer

No vaccine needed after natural infection

Answer

Single RZV dose is sufficient

Answer

Use live zoster vaccine

Answer

Delay vaccination until age 65

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): Zoster Vaccination After Shingles