Shingles Vaccine And Antimetabolite
- Shingles and Chickenpox (Varicella-Zoster Virus) - Vaccination
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Risk Factors
- Complications
- Symptoms
- Vaccination
Diagnosis
Both chickenpox (varicella) and shingles (zoster) can usually be diagnosed by symptoms alone. If a diagnosis is still unclear after a physical examination, laboratory diagnostic tests may be required. These tests use samples of fluid taken from the blister. They are generally used to distinguish between varicella-zoster and herpes simplex viruses.
Ruling out Other Disorders
Ruling out Disorders that Resemble Chickenpox. Chickenpox, particularly in early stages, may be confused with...
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Shingles and Chickenpox (Varicella-Zoster Virus): Diagnosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
VaccinationThere are two types of varicella vaccines:A chickenpox vaccine for vaccinating children, adolescents, and adultsA shingles vaccine for... Read more »
Shingles (Herpes Zoster)
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention Although the chickenpox vaccine is not recommended to prevent shingles, the hope is that children who have had the vaccine to prevent... Read more »
Shingles and Chickenpox (Varicella-Zoster Virus): Highlights
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Chickenpox Vaccine RecommendationsThe CDC recommends the following chickenpox (varicella) vaccination schedules for:Children ages 12 months - 12... Read more »
Shingles and Chickenpox (Varicella-Zoster Virus): References
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
ReferencesAdvisory Committee on Immunization Practices. Recommended adult immunization schedule: United States, 2011. Ann Intern Med. 2011 Feb... Read more »
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