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A member asked:

What happens if i have just been exposed to the chicken pox, can i get a vaccine now to prevent breaking out in the rashes?

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Possibly: About 96% of adults that don't remember having CPX have blood evidence of prior infection and immunity.If you had it, you are likely immune.Post exposure vaccination may help prevent or decrease the intensity of the disease,but should be done within 72 hrs.

Dr Simon agreed

Answered 7/23/2014

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