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Chickenpox - How common is chickenpox?

BMJ Group Medical Reference

Chickenpox is common. It is very easy to catch.

If someone in your family gets chickenpox and you haven't had it, or been vaccinated against it, you have a 9 in 10 chance of getting it.[5]

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Most people get chickenpox as children, usually between the ages of 1 and 14.[6]

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Last Updated: November 01, 2010
This information does not replace medical advice.  If you are concerned you might have a medical problem please ask your Boots pharmacy team in your local Boots store, or see your doctor.
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