Immunity against varicella zoster virus based on history of previous chickenpox: a study in premarital Iranian women

摘要

Maternal primary chicken pox infection in the early months of pregnancy leads to congenital varicella syndrome in 2–3% of fetuses, who present with symptoms including skin scars, limb deformities, central nervous system (CNS) impairments, and eye defects, which unfortunately cannot be treated.1 Chicken pox is an extremely contagious disease transferred via the respiratory system and skin contact.2 In most cases, chicken pox occurs during childhood, and one's history of infection may be forgotten.