What is a varicella course?

What is a varicella course?

The average incubation period for varicella is 14 to 16 days after exposure to a varicella or a herpes zoster rash, with a range of 10 to 21 days. A mild prodrome of fever and malaise may occur 1 to 2 days before rash onset, particularly in adults. In children, the rash is often the first sign of disease.

What is varicella used for?

The varicella vaccine protects against chickenpox (varicella), a common and very contagious childhood viral illness. It also protects against shingles. It is a live attenuated vaccine, which means it contains a weakened form of the virus.

What varicella does to your body?

Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It can cause an itchy, blister-like rash. The rash first appears on the chest, back, and face, and then spreads over the entire body, causing between 250 and 500 itchy blisters.

Can I catch chicken pox twice?

Chickenpox is usually much worse in adults. It’s possible to get chickenpox more than once, although it’s unusual.

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How long does varicella immunity last?

Duration of Protection But, live vaccines in general provide long-lasting immunity. Several studies have shown that people vaccinated against varicella had antibodies for at least 10 to 20 years after vaccination.

Can a person get varicella from an unprotected person?

In people with serious immune system problems, this vaccine may cause an infection which may be life-threatening. People with serious immune system problems should not get varicella vaccine. It is possible for a vaccinated person to develop a rash. If this happens, the varicella vaccine virus could be spread to an unprotected person.

What should a healthcare provider do if they have varicella?

Management of Patients with Varicella. Healthcare providers should follow standard precautions plus airborne precautions (negative air-flow rooms) and contact precautions until lesions are dry and crusted.

How long does it take to get varicella after exposure?

It takes from 10 to 21 days after exposure to the virus for someone to develop varicella. Based on studies of transmission among household members, about 90% of susceptible close contacts will get varicella after exposure to a person with disease.

Can you get varicella if you have a cold?

People with minor illnesses, such as a cold, may be vaccinated. People who are moderately or severely ill should usually wait until they recover before getting varicella vaccine. Your health care provider can give you more information. Sore arm from the injection, fever, or redness or rash where the shot is given can happen after varicella vaccine.