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My cousin has chickenpox and i came in contact with him. when will i break out in the rash?
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In 2-3 weeks: The incubation period usually is 14-16 days and occasionally is as short as 10 days or as long as 21 days after contact.
Answered 12/31/2014
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Depends: At a listed age of 37, it is likely you had it as a kid and are not susceptible.About 96% of adults who do not remember having it test positive for immunity.The incubation period for those who are is 10-21 days from first contact until the rash appears.
Answered 7/19/2014
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