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I need a straight answer. what is chickenpox?
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Viral illness: Chickenpox is a rash and fever caused by the varicella virus, usually in children - although it is far less common now that most kids are vaccinated against it. The same identical virus causes shingles in adults.
Answered 3/7/2012
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A viral illness: Chicken pox is a viral illness that results in not only a rash but other symptoms such as fever. It is an infection with varicella. There is a vaccine that can be given to prevent varicella infection. If you haven't had chicken pox you should ask your doctor if this vaccine would be appropriate for you.
Answered 8/26/2013
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