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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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Name a disease cause by a virus?
There are various diseases which are caused by viruses. For example 1.polio caused by poliovirus 2.measles caused by rubeola virus 3.chikenguniya caused by chikanguniya virus 4.chikenpox caused by varicella zoster virus
Does chickenpox have single-stranded or double-stranded DNA?
Varicella-zoster virus, the virus that causes chickenpox, has a double-stranded DNA genome.
Could you die from chickenpox in the 16th century?
Yes, there have always been deaths from chickenpox. Usually, patients recover completely without complications.
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Is it ok to take a shower if you have fifth disease?
Yes, you can certainly take a bath or shower if you have fifth disease. If you're feeling fever and chills, make sure to keep the temperature moderate so you aren't chilled or overheated.
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.
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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.
Are skin lesions of chickenpox a sign of infection?
Yes, the skin lesions of chickenpox are the most specific sign of the infection.
What if you had chickenpox but they went away before they blistered or scabbed?
You may not have had chickenpox, then.
Your 2 year old has atopic dermatitis and chickenpox how can you help him?
If your son has chickenpox and eczema, you should see your health care provider for more close evaluation and treatment. Contact your pediatrician or family practitioner today for advice specific to your situation.
Can chickenpox vaccine prevent shingles by cryosurgery?
Those who have had chickenpox vaccine have a lower risk of shingles, but you can talk with your health care provider about getting shingles vaccine. I have no idea what cryosurgery has to do with shingles.
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.
What is Thomas Cook Airline's policy on flying to Europe with chickenpox?
An individual is contagious with varicella (aka - chicken pox) until ALL the lesions have crusted over. If there are still active lesions occurring on your body, I would not jeopardize the health of the entire flight passengers. RBB, MD
Are rubella and chickenpox the same thing?
Rubella and chickenpox are not the same thing. While both are viral infectious diseases that cause rashes, they are caused by different viruses and have different complications and outcomes.
That is not a likely scenario. The varicella vaccine will already be effective, and the baby can only get chickenpox from direct contact with wet shingles blisters or ulcers.
Can you eat prawn when you have chickenpox?
There are no dietary restrictions when you have chickenpox. You can eat what you like.
My boyfriend recently has gotten scabies he thinks i cheated and gave them to him what can i do?
If it is indeed scabies, you couldn't have given them to him, he already had them. It is either measles or chicken pox that you have as a child that stays dormant and comes back as an adult. Often due to stress.
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What is the difference between AIDS and chickenpox?
Aids is caught by having sex with a infected person, or having infected blood.while chickenpox is coght from the air or viral.
Can you eat chips and candy when you have chickenpox?
There are no dietary restrictions when you have chickenpox. You can eat what you like.
Can you eat chicken or eggs when you have chickenpox?
Yes, you can eat anything you want while recovering from the chicken pox. Eating chicken doesn't cause chicken pox, nor does it make it worse.
What cream can you use for chickenpox on your face?
Talk to a pharmacist for treatments. I think they give you pills for it.
