Vaccination against chickenpox (varicella)
What you need to know about chickenpox
Chickenpox is a common infectious disease (up to 95% of contacts get sick), caused by the herpes virus type 3. Recently, severe forms with complications (encephalitis, pneumonia) have become common.
The transmission method is airborne. The patient is contagious 2 days before the appearance of the rash and 5-7 days after. Having recovered, a person receives lifelong immunity from chickenpox. It is worth remembering that the virus is not cured, but subsides, and with a decrease in immunity it can cause herpes zoster.
How to diagnose?
Diagnosis is based on clinical signs, examination of the rash, history taking (contact with a person with chickenpox), and sometimes laboratory tests are used.
How to treat?
Treatment is symptomatic (antipyretic, disinfecting the rash, antihistamines for itching). The main thing is to prevent suppuration of the blisters. Ensure the baby is calm, clothing should not be tight.
What are the symptoms?
The incubation period is 11-21 days, until the first symptoms appear:
- Elevated temperature (up to 39 degrees)
- Lethargy, decreased appetite
- Sometimes fever
- Red blistering rash (with clear fluid inside) on the skin of the face, scalp, arms, legs (except palms and feet), the whole body, on the mucous membrane of the mouth, throat, external genitals
- Itch
- Intoxication of the body (sweating, headache, nausea)
What is prevention?
Vaccination of children and adults, which is the most effective method of preventing this disease, will help protect against chickenpox. Vaccination builds immunity, which significantly reduces the risk of infection, and in the event of illness, ensures a milder course without serious complications.
In addition to vaccination, it is important to follow general prevention rules:
- Avoid contact with sick people.
- Wash your hands regularly and ventilate the room.
Chickenpox is often considered a mild illness, but it can lead to serious complications. That's why timely vaccination and preventive measures are important to protect your health and the health of your family.
Vaccines for vaccination
| The name of the vaccine | Country | Composition and form of release | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varilrix | Belgium | lyophilisate (powder) from light cream to yellow or pink in color for preparation of solution for injection and solvent. |
Where are vaccinations given?
St. Hryhoriya Skovorody, 31
5 Petro Grihorenko Ave
St. Gvardiytsiv-Shironintsiv, 33
Hryhorivske Shosse, 57
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