Varicella Flashcards by Fu Chuen

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What should do if a patient has had exposure to chickenpox?

A

Check varicella antibody

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If a patient has had exposure to chickenpox, immunocompromised, and has no antibody, what can we do?

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VZV Immunoglobulin (give within 7 days of exposure)

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