Chickenpox occurs most of the year with localised epidemics.
Chickenpox, or varicella, is an acute infectious disease due to a specific virus, and is associated with a typical rash.
The same virus causes herpes zoster or shingles, which is mainly confined to those who have previously had chickenpox.
Although mainly a disorder of middle childhood it can occur in babies and is not uncommon in adults.
Its onset may be associated with a fever and aches and pains or even with respiratory symptoms such as a cough and a running nose, for a few days before the rash appears.
The typical pock marks may be the first sign.
Chickenpox may be mild and show only a few spots. Other cases are more severe and may be associated with complications. Adults tend to get a more severe reaction.
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