Chickenpox is a common illness that mostly affects children, but adults can catch it too. While usually mild, it can be uncomfortable and sometimes lead to complications. Let’s look at some of the primary chickenpox causes, its symptoms, how it spreads, and the best ways to prevent and treat chickenpox.
Chickenpox is a common illness in children, especially those under the age of 10. Caused by the varicella-zoster virus, chickenpox is highly contagious and spreads quickly among children, especially in schools and nurseries. While it is usually mild, it can make your child feel very unwell for a few days.
Chickenpox is not usually known as a killer disease but in some serious cases, it can cause complications and occasionally even death. The illness is mainly viewed as a childhood illness but if it is contracted during adulthood, it can be far more severe and may be fatal if it develops in late pregnancy. The chickenpox vaccination can protect infants, children and adults against chickenpox and any subsequent problems associated with the disease.
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