Is varicella transmitted through contact with lesions?

Varicella, commonly known as chickenpox, is primarily transmitted through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes, as well as through direct contact with the fluid from the varicella lesions. The nature of the transmission is such that while contact with lesions can contribute to the spread of the virus, it is not the only route. Thus, saying that varicella is transmitted strictly through contact with lesions is incorrect.

The transmission through respiratory droplets is significant, especially since the virus can spread before lesions appear and continue until the lesions have crusted over. Being aware of these multiple modes of transmission is essential in understanding how outbreaks occur and the importance of vaccination in preventing varicella.

The notion that it is transmitted only through lesions does not capture the full scope of how the virus spreads, making the false claim of the correct answer valid within the context provided.