Definitions

1. Chickenpox is a very common sickness.
2. Chickenpox is a common virus infection in children. (Web site)
3. Chickenpox is a disease that can be very easily spread from person to person.
4. Chickenpox is a highly infectious disease, which causes a blistering rash. (Web site)
5. Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease that can give a child a rash and a fever.

Had Chickenpox

1. There is no risk to the baby if you have had the chickenpox. (Web site)
2. If the mother has had chickenpox, her newborn is protected for about 6 months. (Web site)

Occur

1. What complications are commonly associated with chickenpox? Complications can occur from chickenpox.
2. The greatest number of cases of chickenpox occurs in the late winter and spring.

Virus

1. Chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, which is a type of herpes virus.
2. Chickenpox is caused by the varicella zoster virus.
3. Chickenpox is caused by the virus Herpes Zoster. (Web site)

Age

1. Children can get chickenpox at any age. (Web site)
2. Chickenpox can be contracted at any age. (Web site)
3. In the US, 55 percent of chickenpox deaths were in the over-20 age group. (Web site)

Viral Infection

1. Chickenpox (varicella) is a very contagious and common viral infection.
2. Aspirin increases the risk of severe illness called Reye-s Syndrome in children with chickenpox and other viral infections. (Web site)

Chickenpox Vaccine

1. Chickenpox vaccine (varivax).
2. Some children should not receive the chickenpox vaccine. (Web site)
3. Yes, certain persons should not receive the chickenpox vaccine.

Disease

1. For most people, chickenpox is a mild disease.
2. However, chickenpox is not just a "child's disease". (Web site)
3. Chickenpox in children is usually a very mild disease. (Web site)
4. Do not use aspirin to treat symptoms associated with chickenpox. (Web site)
5. Another risk of chickenpox during pregnancy is that the infant may contract it.

Days

1. Chickenpox lasts 7 to 10 days in children and longer in adults. (Web site)
2. Chickenpox develops within 10--21 days after contact with an infected person. (Web site)

Highly

1. Chickenpox is highly infectious. (Web site)
2. Chickenpox is very highly contagious. (Web site)

Itchy Rash

1. People with chickenpox get an itchy rash or spots on their skin. (Web site)
2. Chickenpox (varicella) is a usually mild viral infection, characterized mainly by an itchy rash and fever.

Immune

1. Chickenpox is dangerous to people with immune deficiencies.
2. Exposure to chickenpox if you have a weakened immune system is more serious.
3. Particular care should be taken to avoid exposing persons with weak immune systems to chickenpox.

Childhood

1. Most people are first exposed to chickenpox during early childhood.
2. Although no longer an officially reportable condition in Montana, chickenpox is one of the most common childhood illnesses reported.

Exposed

1. Contact your health care provider right away if you are pregnant and have been exposed to chickenpox.
2. Within households, 80% to 90% of at-risk persons will develop chickenpox if they are exposed to a family member who has it. (Web site)

Adults

1. Most adults who think they didn't have chickenpox as a child had a mild case.
2. Generally, chickenpox is a milder illness for children than it is for adults.
3. Older children, adolescents, and adults who haven't had chickenpox should also be immunized.

Child

1. Benefits of vaccinating child against chickenpox. (Web site)
2. The average child gets a total of 500 chickenpox sores.

Diagnosis

1. The rash of chickenpox is unique, and usually a diagnosis can be made from a physical examination.
2. You can also explore similar symptoms that may result in wrong diagnosis of Chickenpox in our Misdiagnosis center.

Sometimes

1. Sometimes a secondary case of chickenpox does occur.
2. Sometimes, more serious complications can occur with chickenpox.

Chickenpox Usually Diagnosed

1. Chickenpox can usually be diagnosed by symptoms.
2. Chickenpox is usually diagnosed based on the appearance of the rash.

Chickenpox Treated

1. Usually chickenpox is not treated at all. (Web site)
2. In children with leukemia, chickenpox can be life-threatening. (Web site)
3. The initial symptoms of chickenpox are tiredness, weakness and fever.
4. How is chickenpox treated? Treatment consists of using lotions, such as Calamine Lotion, to decrease the itch.

Pregnant

1. Pregnant women can develop severe chickenpox. (Web site)
2. If a pregnant woman develops chickenpox, her unborn baby may have complications. (Web site)
3. Between 85 and 95 percent of pregnant women are immune to chickenpox, and about 60 percent are immune to fifth disease.

People Who

1. Only people who have already had chickenpox can get shingles.
2. People with shingles can spread chickenpox to people who have not had chickenpox. (Web site)
3. Blood tests can confirm immunity to chickenpox in people who are unsure if they have had the disease.

Causes

1. All infants should have as little exposure to people with chickenpox as possible.
2. Varicella-zoster virusThe virus that causes chickenpox and shingles.
3. The varicella zoster virus causes chickenpox.
4. The chickenpox virus can also cause pneumonia in adults.

Exposure

1. The incubation period for chickenpox is 10 to 21 days after exposure; most cases appear in 14 to 17 days.
2. VZIG needs to be given as soon as possible but within 96 hours after exposure to chickenpox. (Web site)
3. Because of their increased exposure, they would normally experience a more severe case of chickenpox. (Web site)

Skin

1. The most common complications of chickenpox are skin infections and pneumonia.
2. The most common complication from chickenpox is bacterial infection of the skin. (Web site)
3. Chickenpox can cause problems such as scarring of the skin, skin infections, and pneumonia.

Someone

1. Shingles cannot be reactivated by contact with someone who has chickenpox.
2. A person who has chickenpox can pass it to someone else by coughing or sneezing. (Web site)

Prevent

1. It is a shot that can prevent chickenpox. (Web site)
2. Chickenpox is easily passed from one person to another.
3. Immunization with the chickenpox vaccine can prevent chickenpox in most people. (Web site)
4. Yes. The easiest way to prevent catching chickenpox is to get vaccinated. (Web site)

Always Consult

1. A chickenpox vaccine is now available.
2. There is a vaccine available for chickenpox. (Web site)
3. Adults with chickenpox should always consult their doctor. (Web site)

Slight Fever

1. The first signs of chickenpox are usually a slight fever and a general feeling of illness.
2. Chickenpox usually occurs in childhood. (Web site)
3. Chickenpox is usually more severe in adults than children. (Web site)

Serious

1. Chickenpox can cause serious problems.
2. In most cases, people recover fully from chickenpox.
3. Chickenpox rarely causes complications, but it is not always harmless.
4. Certain people are especially likely to have a serious illness from chickenpox.

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