Definition of Varicella zoster virus

1. Noun. The member of the herpes virus family that is responsible for chickenpox.

Generic synonyms: Herpes, Herpes Virus

Medical Definition of Varicella zoster virus

1. The cause of chicken pox in children. Its reactivation in adults causes shingles (see). (09 Oct 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Varicella Zoster Virus

variation selectors
variational
variationally
variationist
variations
variaunce
variaunt
varication
variceal
varicella
varicella-zoster virus
varicella-zoster virus protease
varicella encephalitis
varicella gangrenosa
varicella vaccination
varicella zoster virus (current term)
varicellae
varicellas
varicellation
varicelliform
varicelloid
varicellovirus
varices
variciform
varico-
varicoblepharon
varicocelectomies
varicocelectomy
varicoceles

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