Understanding Chickenpox: Symptoms, Duration and Key Facts
Summary
Chickenpox (varicella) is an infection caused by the varicella‑zoster virus. It commonly affects children but can occur at any age. The infection produces a characteristic itchy, blistering rash and is usually self‑limited in healthy individuals. It can be more serious in infants, adults, pregnant people, and immunocompromised individuals. Early symptoms:fever, headache, tiredness, loss of appetite.
Benefits
Rash:red spots appear and turn into fluid‑filled blisters. New spots can keep appearing for several days.