Question

What is the reactivation of chickenpox in adults?
(a) Measles
(b) Shingles
(c) Warts
(d) Impetigo

Answer 1

Chickenpox is a very common disease, almost all people suffer from this disease once in their life. This disease causes an itchy red blistering rash which leaves a scar on the body. This is an infectious disease spread from one body to another through physical contact.

Complete answer:
Chickenpox caused by the virus Varicella zoster, chickenpox occurs in the childhood stage and disappears in a limited period of time. In older adult diseases called shingles also caused by the same virus Varicella zoster, shingles caused by reactivation of chickenpox, reactivation takes place in that person who has a weak immune system. Shingles cause rashes on the skin and in severe cases rashes also lead to pain, it also remains for a limited time period but vaccination is important for a complete cure.

Additional Information: Measles is a viral infection that commonly affects children. It transmits through droplets of an infected person. Symptoms include fever, dry cough, runny nose, conjunctivitis, and rashes on the skin. This disease also transmits from children to adults by the spread of infection. Proper vaccination and intake of vitamin A enriched food is necessary to cure the infection and also to boost the immune system. If the disease remains untreated then it may become fatal.
Warts caused by the virus Human papillomavirus which is a small solid rough outgrowth appears on any body parts. This virus mainly affects children and teenagers, it is rarely found in adults. Generally, warts disappear with time but the sensitive area needs proper treatment like the application of medicated creams and gels. If minor treatment doesn't work then surgery is recommended.
Impetigo caused by the virus Streptococcus and Staphylococcus aureus. It causes sores and transmits by touching. It is a mild infection that occurs on the exposed surface of the body. It is common in children, humid and hot weather elevates the infection. Antibiotics help to cure the infection because the serious case of this infection is very rare. Proper care and personal hygiene help to prevent the infection from spreading.
So, the correct answer is ‘Shingles’.

Note: In 1940 spread of the disease shingles were increased rapidly. The risk factor that leads to reactivation of shingles is HIV, leukemia, bone marrow transplant, organ transplant, and lymphoma.