Can you get sick from chickenpox?

Yes, chickenpox is a highly contagious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It is characterized by an itchy rash of small, fluid-filled blisters that appear all over the body. The rash is usually accompanied by fever, fatigue, headache, and loss of appetite. Chickenpox is spread through contact with an infected person's respiratory droplets or through direct contact with the blisters. It can also be spread through indirect contact with contaminated objects or surfaces. Chickenpox is usually a mild disease that resolves within 1-2 weeks. However, it can be more severe in some cases, especially in people with weakened immune systems. In rare cases, chickenpox can lead to serious complications, such as pneumonia, encephalitis, and sepsis.