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Chickenpox
Caused by the varicella-zoster virus, chicken pox results in a blister rash that starts on the stomach, back, and face and spreads throughout the entire body. These small itchy blisters eventually scab over. Associated symptoms include itching, fatigue, malaise, and a fever. The most effective method to prevent spreading of the varicella virus is to get the vaccination.
Is a type of:Viral skin diseases
How long it usually lasts:
Short-term (lasts days to weeks)
How common is it?
Common
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Skin
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