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Chickenpox is caused by a virus. Viruses, strictly speaking, are not cellular and are not alive, but some people call them microorganisms nevertheless.

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What does chickenpox have to do with microorganisms?

Chickenpox is caused by a virus. Viruses, strictly speaking, are not cellular and are not alive, but some people call them microorganisms nevertheless.


Can microorganisms help to cure chickenpox?

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What is the smallest microorganism that causes infection such as chickenpox?

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Can pizza cause chickenpox?

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What causes AIDS and chickenpox?

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Can you get mono if you have had chickenpox?

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What is an acute infection caused by the virus that causes chickenpox?

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