A highly contagious viral infection causing an itchy, blister-like rash on the skin.
Overview
Chickenpox is a viral infection that causes an itchy, blister-like rash. It's highly contagious to those who haven't had the disease or been vaccinated against it. For most people, chickenpox is a mild disease. Sometimes serious complications occur.
Symptoms
For most people, chickenpox is a mild disease. Sometimes serious complications occur.
Treatments
The chickenpox vaccine is a safe, effective way to prevent chickenpox.
