About Chickenpox
Chickenpox is a contagious viral illness causing fever and itchy blister-like rash. It is usually mild in children but can be serious in adults, pregnancy, and weak immunity.
Chickenpox symptoms
- fever
- itchy blisters
- rash in crops
- tiredness
- loss of appetite
Common causes of Chickenpox
- varicella-zoster virus
Chickenpox treatment options
- Consult a doctor for adults, pregnancy, newborns, weak immunity, breathing difficulty, infected rash, or severe fever.
Safe home care for Chickenpox
- avoid scratching
- keep nails short
- isolate
- fluids
Emergency signs for Chickenpox
- difficulty breathing
- chest pain
- confusion or fainting
- severe dehydration
- blood in vomit, stool, urine, or sputum
- severe abdominal pain
- high fever that does not improve
- symptoms in pregnancy, infants, elderly patients, or immunocompromised patients
Medicines related to Chickenpox
Ask a qualified doctor or pharmacist before using medicines for Chickenpox.