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2017-03-26 13:24:15
Is there any vaccine available for chicken pox? My roommate is diagnosed with chicken pox today. Its been 3 days since he was having fever and yesterday it started developing red spots all over body. So, just need an advice if I should take a vaccine for it. Please suggest.
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Yes chicken pox vaccine is available.  It is advisable  to take it and keep a distance from  your roommate.

Answered2017-04-03 13:03:33

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