General information, not an individual diagnosis. Ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your situation.
Are you pregnant, have you been in contact with someone with chickenpox and think you may not be immune? Ameli recommends medical advice that day. Do not wait for spots to appear before seeking advice.
The chickenpox vaccine is contraindicated during pregnancy. Vaccination after exposure, which may be offered in certain other situations, is therefore not something to arrange yourself. A doctor assesses your history and any known protection.
Exposure can occur before a rash becomes visible. The virus spreads through respiratory secretions and contact with blisters. Avoid further contact with the person who is ill while you ask for professional advice.
For the call, note the contact date, when the other person's symptoms appeared, if known, and the documents you have. Mention any childhood chickenpox you remember, making clear if that recollection is uncertain.
Chickenpox during pregnancy requires urgent medical advice. Mention your symptoms and pregnancy at the first contact. Ask how to share the information available and what arrangements to follow when attending for assessment.
Once this situation has been addressed, you can return to broader prevention questions. For people concerned, the Mon bilan prévention page presents another setting for a health conversation, which you can prepare with your questions.
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