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Is chickenpox contagious three days before blisters show?
Yes, chickenpox is contagious two to four days before the rash appears.
Does fever start before rash in chickenpox?
Yes, in chickenpox, fever typically begins before the rash appears. Generally, the fever can start one to two days prior to the onset of the characteristic vesicular rash. This early fever is often accompanied by other symptoms such as fatigue and headache. The rash then develops in stages, usually following the fever.
What rash moves around body and is painful but not itchy?
Have you had chickenpox? If so, could be shingles.
What kind of itchy bumps turn into a rash an spread?
Smallpox, Chickenpox, Monkeypox, Cowpox
Does chickenpox affect life expectancy?
Normally, people recover fully from chickenpox and it does not affect life expectancy.
I have come out in a rash all over me could it be to do with my children having chickenpox although i had them as a baby?
If you had it as a baby, it could be chickenpox: if not enough immunity is built up the first time, then the varciella-zoster virus can strike again, as chickenpox, not shingles.
What is a Rash looks like chickenpox not itchy slowly spreading in 2 weeks?
chickenpox can spread over 2-3 weeks and depending on the person and age need not be itchy.
Will it be damaging to be in the sun with this medicine being treated for chickenpox?
Photosensitive rash has been reported with acyclovir but is not common.
What would it be if you had chickenpox looking things but only for a few hours?
Possibly a short term allergic rash.
What if the chickenpox last for more than a week?
The chickenpox rash typically lasts for 7-10 days. It would not be at all unusual for chickenpox to last more than a week. If you believe you are having an unusual course of chickenpox, you should contact your health care provider for advice specific to your situation.
What of these terms applies to chicken pox?
Chickenpox is primarily classified as a viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It is characterized by an itchy rash, fever, and flu-like symptoms. Additionally, chickenpox is considered a contagious disease, as it can easily spread from person to person through respiratory droplets or direct contact with the rash. Vaccination has significantly reduced the incidence of chickenpox in many regions.
How Chickenpox works?
Chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, and it can spread easily. You can get chickenpox from an infected person who sneezes, coughs, or shares food with you. It is also spread if you touch the fluid from a chickenpox blister. A person who has chickenpox can spread the virus even before he or she has any symptoms. Chickenpox is most easily spread from 2 to 3 days before the rash appears until all the blisters have crusted over.
