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Chickenpox, also known as varicella (/ ˌ v ɛ r ə ˈ s ɛ l ə / VER-ə-SEL-ə), is a highly contagious disease caused by varicella zoster virus (VZV), a member of the herpesvirus family. [3] [7] [5] The disease results in a characteristic skin rash that forms small, itchy blisters, which eventually scab over. [1] It usually starts on the ...
Molluscum contagiosum (MC), sometimes called water warts, is a viral infection of the skin that results in small raised pink lesions with a dimple in the center. [1] They may become itchy or sore, and occur singularly or in groups. [1]
A chickenpox rash first appears on the chest, back, and face, and then spreads across the entire body. Getty Images People with chickenpox get an itchy, blister-like rash, caused by the varicella ...
Varicella zoster virus (VZV) Chickenpox: The diagnosis of chickenpox is primarily based on the signs and symptoms, with typical early symptoms followed by a characteristic rash. Aciclovir: Yes: Alphavirus: Chikungunya: Laboratory criteria include a decreased lymphocyte count consistent with viremia.
Chickenpox-like rashes were recognized and described by ancient civilizations; the relationship between zoster and chickenpox was not realized until 1888. [29] In 1943, the similarity between virus particles isolated from the lesions of zoster and those from chickenpox was noted. [30] In 1974 the first chickenpox vaccine was introduced. [31]
The Molluscum contagiosum virus virion is described as oval-shaped and has the dimension of approximately 320 nm × 250 nm × 200 nm. The virus has two distinct infectious particles called the mature virion (MV) and the enveloped virion (EV), which differ in that the EV contains a second outer cellular membrane.
Enanthem or enanthema is a rash (small spots) on the mucous membranes. [1] It is characteristic of patients with viral infections [2] causing hand foot and mouth disease, measles, and sometimes chicken pox, or COVID-19. [3] In addition, bacterial infections such as scarlet fever may also be a cause of enanthema.
Clinical suspicion of P. aeruginosa folliculitis usually begins with a combination of the rash's appearance and a history of swimming or hot tub use 24-72 hours before the onset of symptoms. The most common locations for the rash include the upper thorax, the axillary folds, the hips and buttocks, and the areolas. Areas covered by bathing suits ...