Chickenpox — also known as varicella — is a highly contagious disease and member of her herpes family. The disease results in a characteristic skin rash that forms small, itchy blisters, which eventually scab over. The incubation period is 10-21 days and can be spread from 1-2 days after the rash appears. Treatment mainly consists of easing the symptoms and staying at home to avoid spreading the disease. It normally resolves in 1-2 weeks.
