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Can a person infect another with chickenpox if they have unopened blisters?
Yes, chickenpox is contagious from before the blisters show up until all blisters are scabbed over. It is contagious with both closed and open blisters.
Can chickenpox spread before onset of scars?
Chickenpox is contagious until the chickenpox blisters and sores are scabbed.
How does chickenpox affect your skin?
Chickenpox causes small bumps that turn into blisters, sores, and crusts.
Should you pop chickenpox blisters?
If you burst all your chickenpox on purpose you will be left with marks. Popping the blisters increases the risk of secondary infection and scarring.
How is congenital chickenpox treated?
Congenital chickenpox is treated immediately to prevent serious complications or death.
Does chickenpox spread through air or water?
Chickenpox is airborne and also can be spread by direct contact with wet blisters or sores.
Can you leave the house if you have chickenpox?
If you have the chickenpox, you should stay home until you are no longer contagious; that is, until all blisters and sores have scabbed.
What is the medical term for the lesion associated with chickenpox?
The small blister of chickenpox, like all blisters, is referred to in medical terminology as a "vesicle."
Is chickenpox contagious three days before blisters show?
Yes, chickenpox is contagious two to four days before the rash appears.
What is the medical term meaning Viral disorder of blisters around genital organs?
umm genital herpes?
When are antibiotics used to treat chickenpox?
Antibiotics often are prescribed if blisters become infected.
Can you spread chickenpox if you don't have it?
A chickenpox "carrier" is someone who is infected with chickenpox but does not have symptoms. Anyone susceptible to chickenpox can be a chickenpox carrier. If you are a carrier, typically you will develop blisters as the illness progresses.
