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2017-05-04 04:04:41
Hi.. my roommate has been diagnosed with chicken pox 2 days back and I have been living with her. I have not seen any symptoms in me yet. Can you tell me if I may have the disease ? And what precautions I have to take to avoid it?
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if you already had chicken pox in your childhood, there is very less chance that you will be affected. if not you are at risk.

Answered2017-05-04 06:29:47

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