Question

Chickenpox is caused by a

Answer 1

Chickenpox is caused by a virus called varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It is a highly contagious virus that is easily transmitted through contact with an infected person's skin, saliva, or respiratory secretions. Once a person is infected with the virus, it can take up to two weeks for symptoms to appear. The symptoms of chickenpox include a fever, headache, fatigue, and an itchy rash that starts on the face, scalp, and trunk before spreading to other parts of the body. Most people who get chickenpox recover fully, but in some cases, complications can arise, particularly in people with weakened immune systems.

Answer 2

virus/germ (varicella-zoster virus.)

Step-by-step explanation:

Chickenpox is normally a mild disease. But it can be serious and can lead to complications including: 1. Bacterial infections of the skin, soft tissues, bones, joints or bloodstream (sepsis) 2. Dehydration 3. Pneumonia