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Chickenpox

Chickenpox is a contagious and airborne disease primarily due to varicella zoster virus (VZV). The disease can be easily spread through sneezing or coughing of infected individuals or through direct contact with the fluids secreted by the rash.

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Can someone get chickenpox from a third party?

You can get chickenpox from someone who is infected.

Is chickenpox a chronic or acute disease?

Chicken pox is an acute, self-limiting, contagious disease caused by a virus.

Can taking gamma globulin prevent chickenpox?

Taking varicella immunoglobulin can prevent chickenpox or reduce the risk of serious disease. These treatments are reserved for those at risk for serious complications from chickenpox.

I had Varicella meningo encephalitis are there any long term side effects to be on the look-out for?

yes is the answer.. i too had varicella encephalitis... i have memory problems, small seizures, slurring of speech , headaches, codnitive confusion.

the neuron damage may not be visible on an MRI and as i have got older i have worsened.. i now have balance issues muscle tremors and weakness in my legs and arms.

Im 35 now and had it when i was 13

if you need support or advice try

www.encephalits.info

yes is the answer.. i too had varicella encephalitis... i have memory problems, small seizures, slurring of speech , headaches, codnitive confusion.

the neuron damage may not be visible on an MRI and as i have got older i have worsened.. i now have balance issues muscle tremors and weakness in my legs and arms.

Im 35 now and had it when i was 13

if you need support or advice try

www.encephalits.info

How long is chickenpox contagious?

Chickenpox symptoms start between ten and 21 days after exposure, but usually around two weeks. The disease is most contagious a day before the rash appears and up to seven days after, or until the rash forms scabs. So altogether you have the chickenpox illness for two to four weeks.

After recovery, the chickenpox virus remains in your body for life. It can cause shingles later, a different form of disease caused by varicella zoster virus.

How do you get coldsaws?

you get cold saws because of a virus

Can chickenpox leave you with brain damage?

yes, you can be left with unbelievable and permanent brain damage that can end up spreading throughout your body, you should see a doctor.
From my experience, no it doesn't it just makes you itchy, ALOT! So be careful what you do and who you touch.

What is role of virus in making vaccine?

The most common role of a virus in making vaccines is injection of a live weaken form of the virus. This virus will reproduce poorly once inside the body.

Can a chicken get people pox?

no,the chicken pox are not even caused by chickens. chickens cannot get this virus by any means!

I make people itch do i have a virus or something elese no one will come around me an i dont like going around people they start scracthing there eyes everybody im talking an the next thing you no the?

First of all, please use correct spelling and puctuation. I'ts hard to understand what you are trying to say.

I myself, however do know what you mean. I make people itch around me. I also make them sneeze. It happens over and over, everywhere I go. I have had this for about 18 years. Started in high school. I have had to quit several office type jobs because I make others itch. People have actually ASKED me if I am the one making them itch. How much more proof does one need? (Doctors don't believe me)

Let me know if you would like to chat privately. I am trying to find others with this disease so we can find a solution to it. I have been to about 10 doctors and all have told me I have nothing. Not even scabies, which is what I thought originally.

What is a lantent virus?

A latent virus is a virus that is not active, but could be. For instance, after a person has chickenpox, the outbreak clears up, but it could outbreak again later in life as shingles. The virus never goes away, just becomes latent.

When you got the chickenpox does it automatically mean you will get the shingles?

no, but anyone over 60 should get the shingles vacine if they had the chicken pox, because you are More susceptible

Do you capitalize German measles and chickenpox?

No, unless the disease contains the name of somebody, such as Chrone's Disease.

How long should a patient on chemo avoid someone who had chickenpox vaccine?

Normally, a patient on chemo doesn't need to avoid someone who had chickenpox vaccine. Talk with your health care provider for advice specific to your situation.

What does chicken pox contain?

The cause of a chicken pox infection is the varicella-zoster virus.

Can a child die from chickenpox?

Yes, a child can die from chickenpox, but the vast majority of children recover from chickenpox with no long-term effects.

What is the Oka strain varicella vaccine?

"Oka" is the last name of the Japanese child, of which researchers took specimen of Varicella (chickenpox) to make the live (attenuated) virus be a part of Varivax or the chickenpox vaccine. The strain of virus is also made into Zostavax for Herpes Zoster also known as Shingles.

How is chickenpox transmitted and what is the incubation period?

Chicken pox is a viral infection that can be transmitted through direct contact with an infected person's cough, secretions, blisters and the like. The incubation period of this disease is 14-16 days after contact from the infected person.

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."

Do you have take hot or cold showers when you have chickenpox?

You better take a warm shower, it will good on your chicken pox!

Can chickenpox kill anybody without vaccine?

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

Why are adults immune to chickenpox?

90% of adults are immune to chickenpox because it is a highly contagious disease that causes lifelong immunity. Most people got chickenpox as children prior to the approval of chickenpox vaccine.

How do you tell the difference between mosquito bites and chickenpox?

Mosquito bites are usually more spread out with a little White dot in the middle of it. Chicken pox, usually, are more closer together and there are lots of them. Unlike mosquito bits where there's only 1 or 2.