The doctor confirmed that the rash was caused by varicella and advised rest and fluids.

Public health officials reported several varicellas in the daycare last month.

During the outbreak, epidemiologists documented several varicellae among unvaccinated children in the refugee camp.

Researchers found that the varicella zoster virus can remain dormant in nerve cells for decades before reactivating.

The pediatrician explained that the rash was varicellar in nature and advised isolation until it cleared.

In the late 19th century, some physicians advised varicellation as a preventive measure.