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As a novice runner, all I can say is that: when I have had shin splints before (twice, once when I used to run on the treadmill years ago, and a few months ago) I've had to stop for a few weeks. The most recent time was shins and knees. Was really really annoying because I really felt like I was making progress, but it got better, and I'm back running faster and longer than I was at the time (and changed my technique), so I guess it was worth it.
I'm also now hyper-aware of my knees and shins, which I think is a bit of a pain in the ass. I find I can often run through a little niggle in the knee, but end up worrying myself during the few minutes it's there, thinking I've fucked them again. I've bailed on runs because of this, which is probably for the best when I think about it.