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- 37 Years
- 29/01/2025
Can parents have sex if their child has chicken pox? Are there any risks involved or precautions we should take?
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Parents can still have sex when their child has chicken pox, but it is important to take precautions to prevent the spread of the virus. Chicken pox is highly contagious, so it is recommended to avoid direct contact with the child's rash and any fluid from the blisters. It is also important to practice good hand hygiene before and after any contact with the child. As for safe ways for sex, it is advisable to wait until the child is no longer contagious, which is usually once all the blisters have crusted over. Using condoms can also help reduce the risk of transmitting the virus. If either parent has not had chicken pox before or has not been vaccinated, they should take extra precautions to avoid exposure.
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Risk of Transmission
- Chickenpox spreads through direct contact with the rash or respiratory droplets.
- Close contact with your child can expose you to the virus.
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Precautions
- Avoid touching the chickenpox rash.
- Wash hands frequently to minimize risk.
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Immunity Considerations
- If either parent is not immune, they should be cautious to avoid contracting the virus.
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General Advice
- Having sex with your partner does not inherently increase risk beyond normal close contact.
- Maintain good hygiene and avoid contact with the rash to reduce risk.
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