Can children get infected if an adult has shingles?
Disease description:
Recently, I developed shingles, and I'm not sure whether this condition is contagious. Therefore, I would like to ask if adults with shingles can transmit it to children?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
Adults with shingles indeed pose a risk of transmission to children. Shingles is a contagious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus. The virus is highly infectious and can spread through direct contact, indirect contact, and respiratory droplets. Due to their relatively weaker immune systems and lower resistance, children are more susceptible to infection. If an adult in the household has shingles, it is advisable to minimize contact with children and practice self-isolation to prevent the spread of the virus. Additionally, vaccinating children against chickenpox can also help reduce the risk of shingles infection to some extent.
