Chickenpox
Chickenpox
Definition
A contagious childhood disorder caused by the varicella zoster virus. It is transmitted via respiratory secretions and contact with chickenpox blister contents. It presents with a vesicular skin rash, usually associated with fever, headache, and myalgias. The pruritic fluid-filled vesicles occur 10-21 days after exposure and last for 3-4 days. An additional 3-4 days of malaise follows before the affected individual feels better. An individual is contagious 1-2 days prior to the appearance of the blisters until all blisters are crusted over. Generally, healthy individuals recover without complications.
Also known as chicken pox, chicken pox infection, chickenpox, Varicella — per MONDO
Also identified as
- DOID 8659 per MONDO
- ICD10CM B01 per MONDO
- ICD9 052 per MONDO
- ICD9 052.9 per MONDO
- MESH D002644 per MONDO
- NCIT C97132 per MONDO
- SCTID 38907003 per MONDO
- UMLS C0008049 per MONDO
Drugs indicated
| Drug | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Acyclovir | may prevent | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |
| Acyclovir | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |
| Famciclovir | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |
| Valacyclovir | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |