What Is the Incubation Period of Chicken Pox?
Chickenpox is a virus that causes red, itchy spots on the body. It is easily spread when an infected individual sneezes, coughs or shares food or drink with another person. It is important to understand what chickenpox is and the incubation period.Incubation PeriodThe incubation period for chickenpox is 14 to 16 days before the first symptoms appear. Symptoms can be a fever, headache, sore throat and feeling tired. The rash does not appear for 1 to 2 days after the initial symptoms.RisksA person with chickenpox is most contagious 1 to 2 days prior to the rash starting. You continue to be contagious until no new blisters appear and all the blisters have dried out and formed a crust.LengthAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the symptoms associated with chickenpox last an average of 5 to 10 days.ShinglesAfter recovering from the chickenpox the virus remains in the body. Later in life you can develop shingles, which is a reactivation of the chickenpox virus.Warning
