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There is no particular shot required for most people who have chickenpox. Those at risk for very serious disease may get IVIG. Those over 60 may get shingles vaccine.

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Who can get chickenpox?

anyone, if you dont get the shot to prevent it


Can you get the chickenpox twice after getting the live virus vaccine?

It's possible, but not likely, to get chickenpox twice after getting chickenpox vaccine. Talk with your health care provider to find out how certain was the diagnosis.


Can you get chickenpox vaccine if you already had chickenpox?

Yes, you can give chickenpox vaccine in the same area as other vaccines.


What happens if you get the chickenpox at a very old age?

Getting chickenpox as an adult has a higher risk of complications and death.


Can you get pregnant while having chickenpox preventive medicine?

The chickenpox preventive medicine will not prevent you from getting pregnant.


Why don't you vaccinate against chickenpox?

People do get vaccinations for chickenpox. In some countries, vaccination for chickenpox in routine; in others, it is used only for those at high risk of transmission of complication..Some reasons that people do not get vaccinated:Chickenpox vaccine is 85% effective, although it does reduce the severity of chickenpox even if infection occurs.Some believe getting chickenpox at an earlier stage in life is far better than getting a vaccine because when you are young, chickenpox is usually harmless.Vaccination against chickenpox is expensive and it is usually not a life threatning disesase when you are young.Some believe there's more chances of getting chickenpox when you are older if you get vaccinated.


What are the advantages of chickenpox vaccine?

Chickenpox vaccine provides protection against the chickenpox virus, which can cause both chickenpox and shingles. Getting the vaccine reduces the risk of serious complications, which can occur in pregnant women with chickenpox as well as immunocompromised patients.its a practice for your body


If you had chickenpox at age 7 What might prevent you from getting chickenpox a year later?

You cannot get chickenpox twice. Your body adapts to the virus and you no longer break out. You can, however, get shingles later in life from the chickenpox virus still in your body.


Can chickenpox kill anybody without vaccine?

Yes and no it is possible but you still need to get a shot


Can you avoid chickenpox?

you can prevent it by getting vaccinated. ask your doctor about it.


What should you do if you have chickenpox when you're pregnant?

Everything will be fine, just go to the doctor and get a shot for a cure.


What would happen if you got an extra chickenpox vaccine?

There is no harm or benefit in getting a third chickenpox vaccine, but the normal schedule is two vaccines.