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Would it be healthy to hurt your chest while swallowing food when you have chicken pox?

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Dr. Kelly Kane answered

Ulcers in throat: The pain may be related to lesions in your throat. Pneumonia can be a complication of chicken pox. See your doctor is it is worsening, associated with shortness of breath or fever.

Answered 5/8/2013

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A member asked:

Would it be healthy to hurt your chest while swallowing food when you have chicken pox?

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Dr. Kelly Kane answered

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