Is chickenpox in adults dangerous?

Although many people think chickenpox is a disease of childhood, adults are still susceptible to this disease. As we know chickenpox is caused by varicella zoster virus (VZV). It is usually identified by a red itchy blister that appears on the face, neck and spreads throughout the body, arms, legs. People with chickenpox often have immunity to the disease.

1. Symptoms of chickenpox in adults

Chickenpox symptoms in adults are the same as in children, but they will become more serious when complications. The disease progresses through initial symptoms 1-3 weeks after exposure to the virus such as: mild fever, fatigue, loss of appetite, body and head aches. These symptoms usually begin a day or two before the rash appears. And next will appear red spots that then spread to the whole body. These red spots are itchy blisters that then become ulcers and then form scales. For adults, the number of blisters ranges from 250-500 notes.

2. People at risk for chickenpox

As an adult, adults are at risk of chickenpox if they do not have chickenpox at an early age or have never been vaccinated against chickenpox. These people will be governed by risk factors such as:

  • Live with children under 12 years of age who have not been vaccinated against chickenpox.
  • Work in school or take care of your child.
  • The person who touches the rash of a person infected with chickenpox or has shingles.
  • The person touches the items of the infected person such as clothes, bedding.

Chickenpox is usually a mild disease, but causes uncomfortable conditions for sufferer. However, this condition can lead to serious complications, hospitalization and even death. Some complications of chickenpox in adults:

  • Bacterial infections of the skin, soft tissues or bones of sepsis.
  • Bacterial infections in the blood or bleeding problems.
  • Dehydration.
  • Encephalitis or pneumonia.
  • Reye syndrome.
  • Toxic shock syndrome.

People at high risk of complications from chickenpox:

  • Pregnant women who have never had chickenpox.
  • Users of immunosuppressive drugs such as chemotherapy.
  • People with a weakened immune system due to other diseases such as HIV.
  • People taking steroid drugs such as rheumatoid arthritis.
  • People with low immune systems due to organ transplants or bone grafts before.

The risks of gestational chickenpox

Photos of pregnant women with chickenpox

3. Treatment of chickenpox in adults

When adults with chickenpox should see a doctor to treat symptoms and the patient will be quickly recovered. The doctor's recommendations for people with chickenpox include:

  • Lotion to relieve itching symptoms.
  • Analgesic antipyretics.
  • In the intended case, the doctor may also prescribe drugs such as acyclovir or valacyclovir to fight the virus and prevent complications from occurring if any.

5. How long is chickenpox in adults

For adults, new chickenpox spots stop appearing on the 7th day. After 10-14 days, blisters close the scales. When the blisters are sprained, there is a possibility that there will be more contagion.

6. People who should not be vaccinated against chickenpox

  • Adults with moderate or severe illness.
  • Women plan to become pregnant for 30 days.
  • May be allergic to any component of the vaccine, such as gelatin or neomycin, or may be a serious allergy to the previous dose of chickenpox vaccine.
  • People who have taken steroid medications or are sick damage to the immune system such as HIV.

Chickenpox and treatment in adults is not difficult. But it requires patients to be proactive and conscious of their own health. In addition, it is necessary to find out more information about the disease and properly follow the doctor's orders to avoid unfortunate complications of this disease caused.

Can chickenpox get the same shot as the flu

Chickenpox vaccination helps prevent diseases effectively

Currently, Share99 International Health Hub provides chickenpox vaccination services. When vaccinating at Share99, there will be benefits such as:

  • Children will be examined by pediatricians – vaccines, fully screened for physical and health issues, advice on vaccines and vaccination regimens, how to monitor and care for children after vaccination before prescribing vaccinations according to the latest recommendations of the Ministry of Health / World Health Organization to ensure the best and safest effect for children after vaccination. young.
  • A team of experienced, professional pediatric doctors and nurses, understand the child's psychology and apply effective pain relief to the child during vaccination.
  • 100% of vaccinated children are monitored 30 minutes after vaccination and re-evaluated before leaving.
  • Be monitored before, during and after vaccination at Share99 Health System and always have emergency ekip ready to coordinate with the vaccination department to handle cases of anaphylalacticshock, respiratory failure – stop cyclic, ensure timely treatment, the right regimen when something happens.
  • The vaccination room is airy, has a play area, helps children feel comfortable like walking around and have a good mentality before and after vaccination.
  • Vaccines are imported and stored in modern cold storage systems, with COLD chains meeting GSP standards, keeping the vaccine in the best condition to ensure quality.
  • Parents will receive a reminder message before the date of vaccination and the child's vaccination information will be synchronized with the National Immunization Information System.

Share99 International Health Hub is offering a package vaccination program with a variety of vaccines for a variety of subjects, from infants, young children, adults, women before and during pregnancy.
Particularly in December 2019, Share99 is free of charge for newborn Hepatitis B vaccination (immediately after birth) for babies when registering for the Package for children from 0-1 year old or from 0-2 years old.

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Article reference source: healthline.com, .mayoclinic.org

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About: John Smith

b1ffdb54307529964874ff53a5c5de33?s=90&r=gI am the author of Share99.net. I had been working in Vinmec International General Hospital for over 10 years. I dedicate my passion on every post in this site.

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