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A member asked:
I have had my 1st varicella immunization, and i had the chickenpox when i was like 8 yrs old, do i need to get booster?
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No: If you have had wild chickenpox, there is no need for the primary or booster varicella vaccine.There is a blood test that could provide proof of your varicella status. It would also not hurt you if you received a second vaccine.
Answered 12/28/2013
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