Amy is a 9-year-old patient who has a high fever, headache, and an itchy rash. Although Amy usually has a good appetite, her mother says she has not been hungry for the last few days. The rash is starting to blister. Which of the following diseases might you suspect?

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Chickenpox is characterized by fever, headache, loss of appetite, and a distinctive itchy rash that can blister, matching Amy's symptoms.

Amy Is a 9-Year-Old Patient Who Has a High Fever